A tense and potentially deadly confrontation unfolded in Kololo on Saturday evening after a minor car incident reportedly escalated into an attempted shooting involving senior public figures.
Dr. Chris Mukiza, Executive Director of the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, and outgoing Rubanda West MP Moses Kamuntu were involved in a heated altercation at a high-end hotel facility following a vehicle scratch.
According to eyewitnesses, the incident began at the exit gate when Dr. Mukiza, driving a government-issued Toyota Land Cruiser, reportedly knocked Kamuntu’s vehicle. Sources say Kamuntu attempted to leave the premises, but was confronted, leading to a verbal exchange that quickly escalated.
“The argument became very heated. People could see it was getting out of control,” one witness said. “Then suddenly, a gun was involved.”
Witnesses claim that during the confrontation, Dr. Mukiza reached into his vehicle and pulled out a pistol. However, the situation took an unexpected turn when the firearm reportedly malfunctioned, causing the magazine and bullets to fall to the ground before any shot could be fired.
“It was a very frightening moment. People started moving away quickly,” another eyewitness added. “If that gun had worked, the situation could have been much worse.”
No injuries were reported, but the incident has raised serious concerns about public safety and the conduct of high-profile officials in tense situations.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the matter, and it remains unclear whether any arrests or investigations have been initiated.
The confrontation, triggered by what appeared to be a minor traffic mishap, has sparked public debate about conflict resolution and the use of firearms in civilian settings.
