This kind of killing is unlawful. It is murder. Yet again, I have given strict instructions to the Director of CID to ensure that any person found to have participated in mob action be investigated and charged with murder. As mentioned earlier, cyber crimes, money-laundering, anti-narcotics offences and public order management are some of the more pressing areas that urgently require stronger laws to stem their escalating negative impact in our society. I am also particularly concerned at the apparent liberal access to bail and bond that is granted to suspects charged with serious offences, including murder, narcotic offences and even defilement. Many of these suspects are serial offenders, who often repeat these crimes once they are out on the streets. This vicious circle of arrests, followed by nearly instant release, is a significant contributor to the loss of public confidence in the justice system. In fact, I attribute increasing incidents of mob action to this liberal attitude towards release of dangerous and repeat offenders. Once again, I extend my deepest gratitude to our most loyal and enthusiastic partners, the members of the public, who have come out faithfully, and often under very trying conditions, to work with us. They are our secret weapon in combating criminality. Thank you.
Major-General Kale Kayihura Inspector-General of Police 22nd April, 2011.
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