SHAME OF A COP! ASP Nsiima Fired, Jailed After Brutal Attack On Female Attendant At Shell Kyanja

By Our Reporter

The Uganda Police Force has dismissed Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Clive Nsiima and remanded him to prison following disciplinary and criminal proceedings arising from a viral video that captured him assaulting a female supermarket attendant at Shell Kyanja in Kampala.

In a statement released on Monday, Police spokesperson ACP Rusoke Kituuma confirmed that Nsiima had faced both internal disciplinary action and criminal charges.

“On 6th October 2025, a video circulated on social media showing ASP Nsiima Clive assaulting a female attendant at a Shell fuel station. Following this, ASP Nsiima was apprehended and detained in police custody,” said Kituuma.

According to police, the officer appeared before the Police Disciplinary Court on October 7 and again on October 10, where he was charged with behaving in a scandalous manner. The court recommended his dismissal from the Force, a decision that has since been upheld by police management.

On Monday, Nsiima was also produced before City Hall Magistrate’s Court on charges of assault and threatening violence, under Sections 235 and 236 of the Penal Code Act. The Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate, Nicholas Aisu, remanded him to Luzira Prison until October 16, pending a ruling on his bail application.

Nsiima’s lawyer, Hamaza Kyamanywa, told court that his client and the complainant, Ms. Pellan Atuhumurize, had since reconciled and that the victim had filed an additional statement.

“Every suspect is presumed innocent. We pray that the accused is granted bail, as there’s no objection from the state,” Mr. Kyamanywa said.

However, state prosecutor Ms. Mercy Yamangusho opposed the application, arguing that the accused, as a police officer, had betrayed public trust and assaulted a woman he was meant to protect.

“This offence has gone viral and is of great public interest. It’s impunity of the highest order, and the court must send a strong message,” Ms. Yamangusho said, urging the court to deny bail until investigations are complete.

The Viral Incident

CCTV footage from October 6 shows Nsiima slapping Ms. Atuhumurize after she reportedly demanded payment for items — including condoms and beer — that he and a female companion had picked up. Witnesses allege that the officer, who appeared intoxicated, also drew a gun and threatened a security guard who attempted to intervene.

Ms. Atuhumurize recounted that she tried to stop Nsiima from leaving without paying, prompting the violent attack that has since sparked public outrage.

Vivo Energy Uganda, which owns the petrol station, condemned the attack and expressed support for the victim.

“We strongly condemn any form of violence or misconduct towards our staff or customers. We are in close contact with the attendant to ensure she receives the support she needs,” Vivo said in a statement.

Retired AIGP Asan Kasingye, who heads Tayari Security—the company that employs the guard who intervened—confirmed that a pistol was drawn during the altercation.

“There’s more to this story. We are happy it will be investigated thoroughly,” Kasingye said.

The Uganda Police Force reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on unprofessional conduct.

“The Uganda Police Force condemns unprofessional behaviour and pledges to uphold discipline within its ranks,” ACP Kituuma stated.

The incident adds to a troubling list of recent cases involving police officers accused of violent conduct. In February 2024, ASP Moses Acaye of Alebtong allegedly shot dead a civilian and remains on the run, while in December 2024, Constable Charles Bahati reportedly shot a truck driver in Kampala and fled.

The Force’s swift disciplinary action against ASP Nsiima has, however, drawn public praise, with citizens commending the institution for taking decisive steps to restore accountability and public trust.

Nsiima remains in custody at Luzira Prison pending further court proceedings on October 16, 2025.