LUGAZI-In a sting operation in Lugazi, the Uganda Police Force has detained Resto Kalenzi, for claiming on Tik Tok, that he was among one of the attackers of the gruesome attack on Lhubiriha Secondary School in Mpondwe town in Kasese District.
The operation to look for and detain Kalenzi was led by John Lukooto the police commander of Buikwe District, along with Assistant Superitendent of Police, Catherine ALUPO.
The attack in the western district took place on Friday night, and has been widely attributed to the Allied Democratic Force [ADF]. The attack claimed the lives of 42 people, 37 of which were students and five were community members.
Kalenzi who hails from Namengo village of Lugazi Municipality in Buikwe District, posted a video about the radio on Tik Tok, was arrested to help with the investigations.
Official Statement from the Uganda Police Force about Kalenzi’s arrest
The Directorate of Crime Intelligence in partnership with the territorial Police at Lugazi police Station, have successfully tracked down an individual who proclaimed himself as a member of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a terrorist organization.
The suspect identified as Kalenzi Resto, 25 years, claimed in a viral TikTok video to have taken part in the recent attack at Lhubirira Secondary School in Kasese District.
The arrest was made following the circulation of a video on TikTok, where Kalenzi Resto proudly confessed to his involvement in the brutal murder of students at Lhubirira Secondary School. This video has been widely shared and garnered significant attention on social media platforms.
Kalenzi a shop attendant and resident of Namengo village in Lugazi Municipality, has been taken into custody at the Central Police Station in Lugazi. The investigation into his alleged participation in the attack is currently underway.
The Lugazi Police, in coordination with relevant authorities, will conduct a thorough examination of all evidence and gather further information.
We assure the public that we are committed to bringing all individuals involved in acts of terrorism and violence to justice.
We would like to acknowledge the swift and effective response of the Lugazi Police Station team, whose dedication and professionalism led to the successful tracking and arrest of Kalenzi Resto. We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or information that could aid in the ongoing investigation.
PRO Ssezibwa Region
