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UPDF Sergeant Killed in Clash at Lake Edward

10/10/2025

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The Uganda People’s Defence Forces confirmed Sergeant Johnson Muhindo's death in a clash on October 1, 2025, at Lake Edward near the Uganda-DRC border.
The incident began when UPDF soldiers responded to a distress call from fishermen robbed and fired upon by armed assailants.
Muhindo died during the firefight.
The UPDF urged local residents to remain calm, noting the security situation in Rukungiri District is stable.

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The Uganda People’s Defence Forces confirmed Sergeant Johnson Muhindo's death in a clash on October 1, 2025, at Lake Edward near the Uganda-DRC border.
The incident began when UPDF soldiers responded to a distress call from fishermen robbed and fired upon by armed assailants.
Muhindo died during the firefight.
The UPDF urged local residents to remain calm, noting the security situation in Rukungiri District is stable.