The Police in Apac District are investigating the circumstances surrounding a violent attack on students of Apac Seed Secondary School that occurred On Easter Sunday around 10pm.
Jimmy Patrick Okema, the North Kyoga Police Public Relations Officer confirms this incident saying it involved a group of unknown assailants, reportedly armed with pangas and knives, leaving seven students injured.
Preliminary reports indicate that one of the suspected attackers was first spotted near the girls’ dormitory at around 10pm, Upon hearing suspicious movements, male students responded to establish the identity of the individual.
The suspect allegedly fled by jumping over the school fence.
In an attempt to apprehend him, one student was ambushed by a group of assailants who severely cut him.
The victim raised an alarm, prompting six other students to rush to his rescue.
Unfortunately, they were confronted by a larger group of approximately 15 attackers armed with pangas.
In the ensuing confrontation, all seven students sustained injuries, with three suffering severe wounds on the head, neck, hands, and ribs.
Police officers from Apac Central Police Station responded swiftly upon receiving the report.
Six of the injured students were immediately transported to Apac Main Hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
By Patrick Uma
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