source: URN (Uganda); Daily Monitor (Uganda)
actor1: Police Forces of Uganda (1986-)
actor2: Civilians (Uganda)
location: Mbale
notes: On 8 August 2020, police fired tear gas and live rounds (presumed to be fired into the air) at National Unity Platform supporters (the new party led by Bobi Wine MP) in Mbale town (Mbale district), after the supporters gathered at a radio station where Bobi Wine was reported to be. 9 supporters have been arrested; one source indicates the charges related to coronavirus lockdown measures (which prohibit 'illegal gatherings').