RUBIRIZI, UGANDA – Police in Rubirizi district have warned residents against domestic violence, drug abuse, theft, and witchcraft rumors. Afande Twesigye Caleb, the Rubirizi district police liaison officer, delivered this warning during a community sensitization and public awareness meeting on security issues held in Busingo village, Mushumba parish, Ryeru subcounty.
Twesigye emphasized the importance of community policing in preventing crimes, building relationships, solving problems, upholding human rights, and promoting a crime-free community. Afande Mugume Lilian, the OC Station Ryeru subcounty and deputy OC CID Rubirizi police, reaffirmed the commitment of police and local leaders to build a strong partnership with the community.
Mugume urged parents to keep their children safe during the long holiday and political season, avoiding involvement in political violence, intimidation, and abusive language. Mr. Tibereba Silver, the LC1 chairperson of Busingo village, stated that the meeting aimed to enhance grassroots security coordination and highlight the value of collaboration between police and the community in promoting peace and security.
The meeting sought to improve emergency response and crime prevention, promoting community safety and security to build a better community.
Story By: Tugume Muzafaru
