"Don't Ever Risk Crossing To Mbale, We Shall Kill You The Same Way You Killed Our Brother"angry mourners warn Alien Skin at funeral of the dancer he allegedly murdered

The burial of Top Dancer Ug turned into a scene of raw grief and anger as mourners openly blamed the Fangone Forest camp and its leader, known as Alien Skin, for the dancer’s death. Friends and family arrived at the funeral with heavy hearts, but their sorrow quickly changed to fury when speakers at the service named those they hold responsible. The crowd repeatedly declared that they would not allow the matter to go unanswered.

At the graveside, people shouted warnings directly at Alien Skin, saying he must never set foot in Mbale again. One chant went, “The day you step foot in Mbale is the same day we shall end your life,” words that show how deep the pain and rage run among the community. These threats were repeated in different forms by several mourners who gathered to bury the young performer. Many in the crowd accused “Fangone” foot soldiers of carrying out a violent attack that cost the dancer his life.

Family members and friends described Top Dancer Ug as a popular performer who loved his craft and his hometown. They spoke about his energy, his passion for dance, and the plans he had before his life was cut short. Their memories of him made the crowd’s anger more painful to hear, and many mourners said they want answers and justice, not more bloodshed. Several speakers called on local leaders and police to act quickly.

Local elders and some community members tried to calm the crowd and urged people to avoid taking the law into their own hands. They asked for a proper investigation so that the guilty are found in court, not by revenge. Others, however, said they had lost faith in formal justice and vowed to protect their community by any means. That split showed how fragile calm has become after the killing.

Police presence was reported near the burial, and officers urged mourners to remain peaceful while investigations continue. Officials have not, at least publicly, confirmed the identity of the attackers or made arrests. The public calls for justice at the funeral may increase pressure on authorities to move quickly, but they also risk inflaming tensions if responses are slow or unclear.

Human rights and civil society groups say that threats of violence — even born from grief — must be handled carefully. They warned that more violence would only bring more suffering to families and to the whole town of Mbale. These groups are calling for an independent investigation and for community leaders to set a tone of truth and restraint as the case unfolds.

Neighbors who watched the burial said the mood in Mbale is tense. Traders, youth groups, and local organizations now worry about possible clashes or reprisals. Schools and businesses in some parts of town reported a quieter day as people stayed home, uneasy about what might happen next. The fear of further violence is already shaping daily life for many residents.

Relatives of Top Dancer Ug reiterated that they want justice through legal channels, even as some mourners spoke of revenge. They appealed to the public and to leaders to support a transparent inquiry that will establish exactly what happened. For the family, a fair investigation and clear answers are the first steps toward healing.

The community’s grief and anger are plain to see, and the threats shouted at the funeral show how quickly hurt can turn into fury. Now, Mbale waits to see how authorities will respond, whether investigators will bring clarity, and whether local leaders can calm tempers before violence spreads. The memory of Top Dancer Ug will remain in the town, and many hope that his death will not lead to more losses.