Kampala, (UG):- The Police in Kampala Metropolitan have refuted claims that the four-year-old girl who suffered aggravated torture at the hands of a 35-year-old maid in Kira Municipality has passed on.
“False information has been circulating today claiming the child has passed away. I want to clarify that the child is alive, and her condition is steadily improving” said ASP Luke Owoyesigire, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Spokesperson in a social media post.
This followed an incident of aggravated torture that occurred on the night of 27th December 2024, at around 0100 hours, in Kikoko Zone, Namataba Cell, Kirinya Ward, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District.
The victim identified as Tumwekwase Claire, 4, was allegedly tortured by the suspect, Tumuhirwe Precious, a 35-year-old female who was arrested Saturday from Kabale District where she had run after committing the atrocious act.
Police yesterday said the suspect employed who is currently in custody at Kabale Central Police Station pending transfer to Wakiso faces charges of aggravated torture of a juvenile among others.
Owoyesigyire emphasized that the victim is receiving medical treatment at Nsambya Hospital and her health condition is steadily improving.
Police said investigations are ongoing and further inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident are underway to ensure justice is served.
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