A senior Ugandan police officer who oversaw the protection of top government officials has been found dead at his home in Kampala, in what authorities have described as a \u201csudden and unexplained\u201d incident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The deceased, Superintendent of Police (SP) Ronald Mutabazi, served in the Anti-Terrorism Directorate of the Uganda Police Force and was the head of the Very Important Persons Protection Unit (VIPPU) \u00a0the elite division responsible for the security of senior government leaders and visiting dignitaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to preliminary information, Mutabazi\u2019s body was discovered at his residence early Friday morning. Details surrounding the cause and circumstances of his death remain unclear, and law enforcement officials have yet to issue a formal statement. \u201cThe situation is still under investigation,\u201d a senior<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mutabazi, described by colleagues as a disciplined and discreet officer, had served in several high-profile assignments throughout his career. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through Uganda\u2019s security circles, where questions are being raised about the safety and internal welfare of officers working in sensitive national security roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By Friday evening, investigators from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) and the Internal Affairs Unit had reportedly sealed off Mutabazi\u2019s home as part of the ongoing inquiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Police Spokesperson Fred Enanga is expected to address the media once preliminary findings are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Uganda Police Force has extended condolences to Mutabazi\u2019s family, describing his passing as a \u201cgreat loss to the institution and the nation.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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