In a shocking display of violence that has gripped Uganda’s capital, popular musician Patrick Mulwana, better known as Alien Skin, finds himself behind bars after a brutal assault at Nsambya Hospital that has left medical staff brutalized and the community reeling.
The chaos erupted on Tuesday night when six unidentified individuals brought in Joram Tumwesigye, a 28-year-old reported member of Alien Skin’s notorious Fangone Forest gang. Within an hour of admission, Tumwesigye was pronounced dead โ a moment that would trigger an explosive confrontation.
According to police statements, Alien Skin and his group stormed the hospital reception, demanding medical forms and the body of their deceased crew member. When hospital staff refused, the situation rapidly deteriorated. Eyewitness videos shared across social media show the musician’s group violently forcing their way through, physically shoving a medical worker to the ground.
The fallout was immediate and severe. Three victims were left hospitalized: Dr. Matovu Zaidi and security guards Muyanda Anthony and Odongo Alex โ all assaulted during the rampage. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed the investigation, emphasizing the criminal nature of the incident.
This isn’t Alien Skin’s first brush with controversy. The musician, who rose to fame during the COVID-19 lockdown, has a history of violent altercations with fellow musicians and promoters. His rapid ascent to fame has been punctuated by multiple public confrontations, including previous fights with musician Pallaso and promoters Nobert Twizire and Andrew Mukasa.
The legal consequences are mounting. Alien Skin has been charged under Sections 266 and 267 (1) (a) of the Penal Code Act, which could result in a 7-year jail term if convicted. He was remanded in custody until December 9, with Magistrate Esther Adikini entering a plea of not guilty.
But the hospital attack isn’t the musician’s only legal trouble. Prosecutors have also charged him with a separate robbery, alleging he stole an iPhone 15 Pro, cash, and a wallet from Salim Mubiru โ adding another layer of complexity to his legal challenges.
As of Wednesday morning, Alien Skin was being held at Katwe Police Station, with police promising further updates as their investigation continues. The Nsambya Hospital management, maintaining patient confidentiality, has confirmed the incident but provided no additional details.
The city is left asking: How did a musician’s grief transform into such a violent spectacle? And what does this mean for the growing tensions between Uganda’s emerging celebrity culture and professional institutions?
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