40 year old teacher in trouble for attempting to defile 15 year old student

Police officers at Kanyanya Police Station are holding Kato John Ssenfuma, a 40-year-old teacher at a school in Mityana and resident of Mukono District on allegations of attempting to defile a 15-year-old girl, a student at the same school where he teaches.

The arrest follows a complaint lodged by a lady only identified as Ms. Sheilah, 26 years old, a resident of Kyebando Erisa Zone in Kawempe Division, Kampala District, who is the guardian of the 15-year-old student.

Ms. Sheilah reported that the family became aware of Ssenfuma’s communication with the juvenile through WhatsApp, prompting his invitation to their premises.

On January 13, 2024, Ssenfuma travelled to the designated venue and was subsequently arrested upon arrival.

ASP Luke Owoyesigyire the Deputy PRO for Kampala Metropolitan Police says an examination by a Police surgeon confirmed the well-being of the victim, as the intended activity did not transpire.

The case file has been submitted to the office of the Resident State Attorney, and the Kanyanya Police has received guidance on the next steps.