Police in Kanungu District have arrested a 26-year-old woman in connection with the alleged murder of her two-and-a-half-year-old stepson.
The suspect, Shivan Orishaba, was arrested on Friday, May 2, 2026, following the death of Salvan Akankwasa, son of Karimu Nyuga, a resident of Kameme Cell, Kibimbiri Parish, Kihihi Sub-county in Kanungu District.
Kigezi Police spokesperson Elly Maate said the incident occurred on May 2, 2026, at around 11:30am in Kameme Cell.
“It is alleged that the father of the deceased was staying in Rukungiri District with his first wife, who is also the mother of the deceased, but they later separated. He left her in Rukungiri and went to Kameme village in Kihihi for casual work,” Maate stated.
Maate further explained that while in Kihihi, the father started cohabiting with the suspect, and they had been staying together for about six months. About two weeks ago, he brought the deceased to live with them and his stepmother.
“On May 1, 2026, the suspect allegedly assaulted the child severely. He was rushed and admitted to Kihihi Health Centre IV, where he was pronounced dead on May 2, 2026, at around 11:30am,” Maate said.
Police said investigations were immediately initiated, the body was examined, and the suspect was arrested.
“She is currently detained at Kanungu Central Police Station as investigations continue,” Maate added.