Clare
The president of Uganda Orthopaedic Officers Association UOOA, Dr. Owen Bwambale, a 31-year-old orthopedic specialist and resident of Rwengoma in Fort Portal Tourism City, has tragically lost his life in a road accident that occurred this afternoon along Lugard Road in Fort Portal, leaving residents in shock and tears.
According to the Rwenzori West Police Spokes Person, Vincent Twesige, the fatal accident happened at around 3:15 p.m.when a white Isuzu Forward truck, registration number UAY 381P, which was coming from the Kasese direction towards Fort Portal Town, lost control and knocked Dr. Bwambale, who was walking along the roadside around the Joint Medical Stores Building.
Eyewitnesses say the vehicle veered suddenly, hitting Dr. Bwambale with great force. He sustained severe injuries and was rushed to Buhinga Hospital (Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital), where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
According to police, the driver of the vehicle is reported to have fled the scene and remains unidentified. Police have since visited the scene, taken photographs, and impounded the vehicle, which is currently parked at Fort Portal Police Station pending inspection by the Inspector of Vehicles (IOV). Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.
According to residents, Dr. Bwambale will be remembered for his dedication to his patients and service and professionalism while serving the sick.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.