Police in Kampala are investigating the tragic killing of four juveniles at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Programme School in Makindye Division.
The deceased have been identified as Eteku Gideon, a male juvenile aged approximately two years; Kaise Alungat, a female juvenile aged approximately two years; Ignatius Sserwange, a male juvenile aged approximately three years; and Ryan Odeke, a male juvenile aged approximately two years.
The Uganda Police Spokesperson, Rusoke Kituuma, confirmed that the suspect, identified as 39-year-old Okello Christopher Onyum, was arrested at the scene.
He stated that the suspect is currently under interrogation as investigations continue to establish his motive, background, and other circumstances surrounding the crime.
“The Uganda Police Force extends its deepest condolences to the affected families and assures the public that all efforts are underway to ensure a thorough investigation and justice for the victims,” Kituuma said.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, said they will push for the death sentence for the suspect.
