Ugandan Police Break Up Annual LGBT Parade

Although police were present, they chose to patrol, rather than interact, with those protesting their treatment. (L. Paulat/VOA)

LGBT Ugandans shouted at police, asking them repeatedly where they were taking them and why they were being forced into a convoy. (L. Paulat/VOA)

After stopping on the side of the road, LGBT Ugandans emerged from the buses demanding answers from the police. (L. Paulat/VOA)

Activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera sat quietly with her dog, refusing to leave, as police made preparations to tow her vehicle. (L. Paulat/VOA)

Police towed the car of activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera after she refused to leave the venue. (L. Paulat/VOA)

Revelers picnicked in the park before the police ordered them to leave. (L. Paulat/VOA)

Paradegoers engaged with police, asking repeatedly why the venue was being shut down. Police told them it was for their own security. (L. Paulat/VOA)