Summary:
- Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed the arrest, stating that Tumuhirwe was intercepted in Kabale on Saturday. She is currently detained at Kabale Central Police Station and will be transferred to Kira Municipality, where the crime took place.
KABALE: A 35-year-old woman, Precious Tumuhirwe, who has been on the run for allegedly torturing a 4-year-old girl in Kira Municipality, Wakiso District, has been arrested in Kabale District.
The incident occurred on Friday at around 1:00 a.m. in Kikoko Zone, Namataba Cell, Kirinya Ward. Tumuhirwe, employed as a housemaid, is accused of assaulting Claire Tumwekwase before fleeing the scene.
Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed the arrest, stating that Tumuhirwe was intercepted in Kabale on Saturday. She is currently detained at Kabale Central Police Station and will be transferred to Kira Municipality, where the crime took place.
Owoyesigyire reassured the public that police are committed to ensuring justice for the victim, who is currently receiving treatment at Nsambya Hospital.
“The victim is now off oxygen, and her condition is improving,” he said.
He added “Preliminary investigations reveal that the victim’s father, Michael Mwesigwa, a 35-year-old resident of Kikonko-Kirinya, has been the primary caregiver for his children since separating from their mother two years ago”.
Tumuhirwe, who had worked as the family’s housemaid for four years, was recommended through mutual acquaintances in Kabale District.
“Investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident,” Owoyesigyire said.
He condemned all forms of violence against children and urged the public to report any suspected abuse to the nearest police station.
“We remain committed to ensuring justice is served,” he emphasized.
