As the early results of Uganda’s high-stakes presidential election trickled in on Friday, the official celebration of a massive lead for incumbent Yoweri Museveni was stained by reports of a gruesome overnight slaughter. Under the cover of a nationwide internet blackout and a heavy military presence, at least ten opposition supporters were reportedly gunned down in cold blood.

The violence erupted at the residence of Member of Parliament Muwanga Kivumbi, where supporters had gathered to monitor the vote count and protect what they believed was a victory for musician-turned-politician Bobi Wine. Prominent human rights activist Agather Atuhaire confirmed the grim toll, alleging that a combined force of soldiers and police opened fire on the unarmed group, turning a political vigil into a massacre.

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