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Residents accuse Namalu Police officers of demanding money from complainants and suspects, Nakapiripirit

Corruption & Abuse of Office Single source Nakapiripirit 15 May 2026 Severity: 2/5

At a police community baraza at Namalu Police Station, residents alleged that officers demand money when cases are reported and charge suspects a 'lodge fee' for nights in custody before granting bond. Nakapiripirit District Police Commander Geoffrey Egwangu said he would investigate the claims and stated that police bond is free of charge.

Single source: Reported by one outlet; not yet independently confirmed.

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