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Uganda captain David Owori dies after violent attack in Kampala
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Uganda captain David Owori dies after violent attack in Kampala

Uganda's national football team member and SC Villa captain David Owori died following a violent attack near his home in Kampala. The 27-year-old was critically injured by unidentified assailants on Tuesday night in Makindye, a suburb of the Ugandan capital. Passersby discovered Owori unconscious and transported him to a medical facility before he was transferred to another hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Witnesses reported that the attackers used paving stones to assault Owori and stole his belongings before fleeing the scene. Police have launched an investigation into the incident. Owori, known as 'Colgate,' had a notable career spanning clubs in Uganda, Spain, and Sweden, and recently led SC Villa to their 17th Uganda Premier League title. His death has prompted mourning across Ugandan football circles, with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations praising his leadership and impact beyond the pitch. Authorities and sports officials have called for improved security measures in Kampala, following a similar fatal attack on a rugby player earlier this year.

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Uganda captain David Owori dies after violent attack in Kampala

Uganda's national football team member and SC Villa captain David Owori died following a violent attack near his home in Kampala. The 27-year-old was critically injured by unidentified assailants on Tuesday night in Makindye, a suburb of the Ugandan capital. Passersby discovered Owori unconscious and transported him to a medical facility before he was transferred to another hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Witnesses reported that the attackers used paving stones to assault Owori and stole his belongings before fleeing the scene. Police have launched an investigation into the incident. Owori, known as 'Colgate,' had a notable career spanning clubs in Uganda, Spain, and Sweden, and recently led SC Villa to their 17th Uganda Premier League title. His death has prompted mourning across Ugandan football circles, with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations praising his leadership and impact beyond the pitch. Authorities and sports officials have called for improved security measures in Kampala, following a similar fatal attack on a rugby player earlier this year.

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