The Uganda Christian University (UCU) community is grieving the loss of Ms. Pamela Tumwebaze, the Director of Student Affairs and a key member of Senior Management. The university confirmed her death through a statement released on its official X handle.
“It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Ms. Pamela Tumwebaze, the Director of Student Affairs and a member of the Uganda Christian University Senior Management,” the statement read.
Pamela Tumwebaze Allegedly Killed by Thugs
Reports indicate that Tumwebaze was attacked by thugs at her home in Mukono on Tuesday night. She was quickly rushed to the Church of Uganda Hospital but sadly succumbed to her injuries. Police received a report at 3 a.m. on Wednesday, revealing that unknown individuals had entered her home and strangled her at around 2 a.m.
Tumwebaze was initially rushed to Mukono Namirembe Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
Investigation into the Murder
A police team led by ASP Alituha, the OC of Mukono police station, arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation. They examined the area and gathered evidence for further analysis.
Tumwebaze had been living with her two children, Elijah and Noah, aged between 10 and 13 years, and a housemaid named Lwantale Sharif. She returned home at around 10 p.m. with her children. After opening the gate and the door for her, the housemaid locked it behind her.
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Assailant Gains Access to the Home
Authorities believe the assailant entered the house while the housemaid was opening the gate for Tumwebaze. After committing the crime, the attacker allegedly forced the housemaid to hand over the keys to the main door. He used the keys to open the door, then took the deceased’s laptop bag and her missing phone.
Ongoing Investigation and Post-Mortem
Authorities have kept Tumwebaze’s body at Namirembe Hospital. They will transfer it to Mulago Mortuary for a post-mortem. Investigators continue to examine the case and follow leads.
