By Sekaggya Seka Moses
A devastating crime has shaken the community of Mityana, Uganda, after the lifeless body of 6-year-old Nabbosa Nakiyingi Irene was discovered in a cassava garden on January 1, 2025.
The young victim, a pupil at Sonko Joy Primary School, had left her parents’ home in Zigoti East on December 31, 2024, to deliver mangoes to her teacher but never returned.
According to SP Rachel Kawala, Police Spokesperson for Wamala Region, a search effort was launched by the parents, and a case of disappearance was reported at Zigoti Police Station.
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Unfortunately, the worst fears were confirmed when the body was found at around 4:00 pm on January 1, 2025. The police suspect that the deceased may have been defiled before being killed.
“The territorial police in Mityana are actively investigating the murder of Nabbosa Nakiyingi Irene,” said SP Kawala.
“We have arrested one suspect, 32-year-old Ssenjobe Lawrence, to aid in the investigation. We urge anyone with information to come forward and assist us in bringing the perpetrators to justice.”
The police have visited and documented the crime scene, and relevant statements have been recorded. The body of the deceased has been taken to Mityana Hospital Mortuary for a postmortem examination.
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The police have also urged parents and guardians to be extra cautious about the safety of their children, especially during the school holiday period.
“We appeal to parents and guardians to always keep track of the whereabouts of their children and to report any suspicious incidents to the authorities immediately,” said SP Kawala.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police are committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice.
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