A 27-year-old resident of Kiyenje zone, Luwero town council, Luwero district identified as Nampiima Aisha is currently being held in the police custody on allegations of torturing her four-year-old daughter identified as Nakalungi Shanizi Nambooze accusing her of stealing meat.
According to ASP Twiineamazima Sam, The chilling child torture act took place on Tuesday 15/08/2023 and reported to the area Councilor Zimula Salim who called the police by the residents who saw the suspect burning, kicking and beating her own daughter over stealing meat.
The territorial police of Luwero CPS are currently investigating that case, as police recorded relevant eye witnesses statements.
Here is the full police statement:
“#PRESSRELEASE |
CHILD TORTURE IN LUWERO DISTRICT
The territorial police of Luwero CPS are investigating a case of child torture that occurred on Tuesday 15/08/2023 at an unknown time in Kiyenje zone, Luwero town Council, Luwero district.
The victim is identified as 4-year-old Nakalungi Shanizi Nambooze.
It is alleged that the suspect identified as Nampima Aisha, 27 years old a resident of the above-mentioned address was seen by residents burning, kicking and beating her own daughter accusing her of stealing meat.
The residents intervened through their area councillor Zimula Salim who called the police. Officers responded to the scene and arrested the suspect, while the victim was rushed to Kasana hospital where she is still admitted for treatment.
A case of child torture was registered and police officers recorded statements from relevant witnesses.
Inquiries into this matter are ongoing.”
ASP TWIINEAMAZIMA SAM
PRO SAVANNAH
