Police in Nateete have arrested a sex worker who stabbed a man to death for refusing to provide her with support for the child both sired.
The incident happened on Monday morning at Mabiito, in Nateete Central B Zone, Lubaga division.
“In the wee hours, a dispute arose between Rashid Kintu alias Rasta, and Natukunda Janat, a sex worker, over financial support for their child’s medical treatment. Unfortunately, the altercation escalated, resulting in Kintu being stabbed in the neck and chest with a knife,” Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire said .
This website has separately learnt that the sex worker was angered when she found Kintu with another sex worker and an altercation started.
Owoyesigyire said despite immediate efforts to transport injured Kintu to Mengo Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries upon arrival.
“In response, the Nateete Police Station swiftly initiated investigations, leading to the apprehension of Natukunda Janat, who is currently in custody. The crime scene was meticulously examined by our specialized teams, leading to the recovery of the murder weapon, a knife. Additionally, forensic evidence, including swabs and photographs, was collected for further analysis.”
He said the deceased’s body was transferred to the city mortuary for a comprehensive post-mortem examination.
