Tumwebaze’s killing, which shocked the university community and residents of Mukono, occurred on February 12 under disturbing circumstances.
The murder case of Pamela Ruth Tumwebaze, the former Director of Students’ Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), has been adjourned to May 6, as investigations into her killing continue.
The suspect, Dak Hussien Taewaiko, a casual worker commonly referred to as a shamba boy, on Wednesday reappeared before the Mukono Chief Magistrates’ Court for further mention of charges against him. He faces counts of murder and aggravated robbery in connection with Tumwebaze’s death.
Court proceedings resumed at around 11:30 a.m. before Grade One Magistrate Gerald Emwogu, who presided over the session.
State Attorney Josephine Nanyonga informed the court that investigations are still ongoing. She requested additional time to allow the prosecution to complete inquiries. The magistrate subsequently adjourned the case and ordered that the accused be remanded to Luzira Prison until the next hearing date.
Notably, unlike previous sessions that attracted relatives and sympathisers, members of the deceased’s family were absent from court during Wednesday’s proceedings.
Tumwebaze’s killing, which shocked the university community and residents of Mukono, occurred on February 12 under disturbing circumstances. According to earlier reports presented in court, the assailant allegedly broke into her room and strangled her. He is also said to have confronted a worker at the residence while disguised in the deceased’s dress, demanding keys before fleeing the scene.
The attacker reportedly escaped with the deceased’s mobile phone and a laptop bag, raising suspicions of aggravated robbery alongside the murder charge.
The case continues to attract public interest, particularly within the UCU community, as calls for justice for Tumwebaze persist. Proceedings are expected to resume next month as investigators work to finalise evidence for eventual committal to the High Court.
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