source: URN (Uganda); Weekly Observer; Chimp Reports
actor1: Protesters (Uganda)
actor2: Police Forces of Uganda (1986-)
location: Kireka
notes: On November 4, 2019, FDC supporters held a demonstration in Kireka (Wakiso district). Police used tear gas and water cannons against supporters. Video footage emerged of police smashing the vehicle of former FDC leader Dr Kizza Besigye and threatening its inhabitants with a firearm, before filling the vehicle with pepper spray. Dr Besigye was arrested, along with a number of his aides; eight FDC supporters were later arrested. [size=large]