Police in Kampala are investigating a case of aggravated robbery and murder by strangulation that occurred on the night of 3rd February 2026 in Kwaata Zone, Kyanja Ward, Kawempe Division.
According to the Deputy Police Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police Luke Owoyesigyire, the deceased has been identified as Namulinde Diana, a 24-year-old businesswoman and social media content creator who was living alone in an apartment in Kyanja.
Her body was discovered on 4th February 2026 after friends, concerned by her absence, went to check on her and found the apartment open.
Police revealed that earlier the same day, a security guard attached to the premises was arrested after being found in possession of items suspected to have been stolen. Some of the recovered items were later confirmed to belong to the deceased.
A team of homicide detectives, together with Scene of Crime Officers, visited and documented the scene, recovered several exhibits, and recorded statements from relevant witnesses.
So far, three suspects have been identified, with two already arrested to assist with ongoing investigations. The body of the deceased was taken to KCCA Mulago City Mortuary for a postmortem examination.
Police say investigations into the incident are continuing.
