Kampala, Uganda – A chilling police investigation has uncovered disturbing details in the death of Martha Ahumuza Murari, who collapsed at Mezo Noir Bar in Kololo after allegedly consuming poisoned liquor and being sexually assaulted.
Key Findings from the Probe:
- WhatsApp messages reveal Ahumuza had arranged to meet Edward Mugabo, a cashier at the bar, on the night of the incident.
- Surveillance footage shows her entering a private office with Mugabo before her collapse.
- Medical reports confirm sexual assault occurred shortly before she lost consciousness.
- Two suspects—Mugabo and his brother, Joseph Kalenzi—are now in police custody.
Timeline of Events:
✔ 10:00 PM: Ahumuza first visited another Kololo bar, staying for about 90 minutes.
✔ 11:00 PM: She arrived at Mezo Noir Bar to meet Mugabo.
✔ After entering the office, she allegedly drank poisoned liquor before collapsing.
✔ Mugabo was seen rushing out, calling his brother for help.
✔ By the time she fell unconscious, only four people remained in the bar.
✔ She was rushed to Kampala Hospital, where she died the next day.
Forensic Investigation Underway:
- Post-mortem conducted; organ samples sent to the Government Analytical Laboratory for toxicology tests.
- Police preparing case file for submission to the Resident State Attorney.
Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson Patrick Onyango confirmed the arrests, stating:
“We have two suspects in custody as we await forensic results. Detectives are building a strong case for prosecution.”
Suspected Motive?
While police remain tight-lipped, sources suggest possible premeditated poisoning and assault. Investigators are scrutinizing financial records and phone data for further leads.
— More updates expected as forensic results come in —
