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A 15-year-old boy has been apprehended by the police for fatally harming his 50-year-old biological father, who had returned home intoxicated in Kassanda District, Uganda.
The tragic event occurred on March 7, 2024, in Katovu village, Kamuli Sub County, during a family dispute.
The spokesperson for Wamala Regional Police, Rachel Kawala, confirmed the incident, explaining that the boy was taken into custody following the altercation.
The boy’s mother, Josephine Nakayana, recounted that the father had instigated an argument upon returning home, later escalating to physical violence towards his children.
Allegedly, in self-defense, the teenager wielded a machete, resulting in his father’s fatal injury. The police expressed concern over the rising instances of domestic violence in the area, urging victims to seek assistance from local authorities and law enforcement.
The deceased’s body was transported to Kassanda Health Centre for a post-mortem examination as investigations into the matter continue.
Official figures from Uganda indicate a rise in cases of murder by hacking in recent years, with 257 reported cases in 2023 compared to 215 in 2022.
