Woman in trouble for murder of her step-children

The Police in Albertine and Masindi CPS have in custody a woman identified as Komuhendo Harriet, for the alleged murder by poisoning of her two stepchildren, aged 8 and 6, and attempted murder by poisoning of another 3-year-old victim, who is still getting treatment at Masindi General Hospital, on the 26.10.2023, at Kihaguzi “B” village.

The incident occurred at Labongo sub-county in Masindi district where the suspect served the 3 siblings, food laced with suspected poison. They became unconscious and were rushed to Masindi General Hospital for medical attention.

Unfortunately, Katusiime Patience, an 8-year-old girl and Asobora James, a 5-year-old boy child died. The third victim, Kyosaba Mary, aged 3 years is improving and out of danger, at Masindi Hospital.

SCP Enanga Fred, the Police Spokesperson condemned such acts of brutality against innocent children, who have a right to life, by a mother who was supposed to nurture and provide for them. The suspect is being charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder.