SHEEMA, Uganda – Sheema District Police are investigating the suspected murder of Mwebaze Asanansio, a male adult, whose body was discovered in a banana plantation in Nyamirima cell, Kashozi East Ward, Sheema Municipality on May 15th.
The incident, registered as CRB 389/2025 at 9:00 am, has prompted a full-scale investigation.
According to Regional Police Spokesperson Tayebwa Apollo, police responded to a distress call reporting the alleged murder. A section of residents and relatives suspect the victim’s biological son, currently at large, is responsible. The suspect’s identity is being withheld to protect the ongoing investigation.
“The Sheema homicide police team, along with a scene of crime officer, secured the scene, retrieved the body, and transported it to Shuuku Health Center IV mortuary for a post-mortem examination,” said SP Tayebwa Apollo.
Police have launched a thorough investigation and are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. They emphasize the importance of cooperating with authorities and refraining from taking the law into one’s own hands.
“We urge anyone with information related to this incident to contact the local police,” stated SP Tayebwa. “Let’s work together to ensure justice is served.” The police have pledged to keep the public informed of any significant developments in the investigation.
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