Investigators say efforts are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged offence before the matter is forwarded for prosecution.
Police in Kabalagala are holding a 19-year-old housemaid in connection with the alleged aggravated defilement of a five-year-old boy in Makindye Division, Kampala.
The suspect, identified as Zaina Mary, was arrested following an incident that reportedly occurred on June 6, 2026, at around 10:00 a.m. in Kimbugwe Zone, Kibuli Parish.
According to preliminary police findings, the suspect was allegedly found committing acts amounting to aggravated defilement involving the minor, who was under her care at the time. Both the suspect and the victim are residents of the same area.
Police say the matter was reported and investigations were immediately launched. The suspect is currently being held at Kabalagala Police Station as inquiries into the incident continue.
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Authorities have not released further details about the case in order to protect the identity and welfare of the child.
The incident has raised concerns about child safety and the need for increased vigilance among parents and guardians when entrusting children to caregivers.
Police have urged families to conduct thorough background checks before hiring domestic workers and to maintain regular supervision and monitoring of children in their care.
Investigators say efforts are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged offence before the matter is forwarded for prosecution.
The suspect remains in custody pending the outcome of investigations.