A gruesome murder has shaken the residents of Kayirikitti Village in Nyendo Division, Masaka City, after a woman’s body was discovered in her rented room on Tuesday morning. The victim, identified as Janiffer Nanyondo, is believed to have been killed by unknown assailants during the night.
According to eyewitnesses, the discovery was made when neighbors noticed the door to her room was open, with visible blood stains outside. Upon entering the room, they found Nanyondo’s lifeless body. The community is in shock and fear, with many calling for justice and increased security measures.
David Wasajja, a neighbor, expressed the community’s devastation and appealed to the police to conduct thorough investigations. “Although she had a mental health condition, she was harmless and never caused trouble to anyone,” Wasajja said. He also raised concerns about the rising cases of theft and violent crime in the area, which have left residents fearing for their safety.
Police have launched an investigation into the murder, with officers from Nyendo Division responding to the scene and conducting forensic examinations. The police have also deployed a sniffer dog to aid in the investigation. As of now, no arrests have been made.
The Nyendo Division Police Commander, John Kwesiga, confirmed the incident and assured residents that the police will pursue all those involved and ensure they are held accountable. Kwesiga urged the public not to interfere with crime scenes, as this can affect investigations. The Kayirikitti Village Chairperson, Ndawula Mutebi, called for calm and cooperation with security agencies.
The Masaka Regional Police Spokesperson, Twaha Kasirye, strongly condemned the killing, describing it as a heinous act, and assured the public that the police are committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice. The police have urged anyone with information related to the murder to report to the nearest police station.
The body of the deceased has been taken to Masaka Regional Referral Hospital for a postmortem examination. As the investigation continues, residents are left to wonder about the motive behind the senseless killing and the rising crime rate in the area. The police have assured the public that they will work tirelessly to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice and that the community is safe.