Police found Namusoke’s body lying in a pool of blood and recovered an axe with suspected blood stains, which has been taken as an exhibit.
Police in Kiboga District are investigating the killing of a 42-year-old woman in a suspected domestic violence incident.
Namusoke Annet, a resident of Kakunyu B Cell, Kakunyu Ward in Bukomero Town Council, was allegedly hacked to death by her male partner, identified only as Mustafa, with whom she had reportedly lived for about two years.
The incident occurred at about 5:00am on Friday, October 2, 2026.
According to Wamala Region Police spokesperson SSP Lameck Kigozi, neighbours said the couple had a history of domestic violence.
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A report was made at Bukomero Police Station, prompting a homicide team from Kiboga to visit the scene. Police found Namusoke’s body lying in a pool of blood and recovered an axe with suspected blood stains, which has been taken as an exhibit.
Witnesses have recorded statements, while the body was conveyed to Kiboga Hospital for a postmortem examination.
Police also deployed a canine to assist with the investigation, although its work was reportedly affected after the scene was disturbed by people who had gathered there.
Efforts to trace and arrest Mustafa are ongoing.
SSP Kigozi urged the public to avoid tampering with crime scenes, saying this can compromise evidence and hinder investigations.
He also called on couples facing domestic disputes to seek appropriate help and use peaceful means to resolve conflicts before they escalate into violence.
