Man Kills Wife, and Takes Away Own Life.

Detectives from Kira Police Division have launched investigations into circumstances surrounding the death of a couple residing in Kireku Railway Zone, Bweyogerere Division, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District.

On the night of January 23, 2024, at around 11:00 PM, Defense Secretary Mr. Waiswa Latif received reports from concerned residents regarding a locked house with visible signs of blood.

Responding swiftly, Mr. Latif, along with Bweyogerere Police, discovered the lifeless bodies of Acen Jesca (29) and Ogwal Kenneth (28) upon breaking into the residence. The couple's demise is suspected to be a result of domestic violence, as indicated by statements from neighbors and the recovery of a knife believed to be the murder weapon.

The bodies have been conveyed to KCCA Mortuary Mulago for a comprehensive postmortem examination. "Preliminary findings reveal Acen Jesca's multiple fresh wounds, particularly around her neck, while Ogwal Kenneth, presumed to be the assailant, had a cut around his neck. The crime scene indicates a violent struggle, with bloodstains evident on the mattress," revealed ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police.

Owoyesigyire emphasized that Kira Division Police are fully committed to conducting a thorough investigation to unveil the circumstances leading to this unfortunate incident.