Kampala – Jan 4, 2022
Police are investigating circumstances under which a 42-year-old HIV positive teacher sexually assaulted a 16-year-old teenager.
Fred Enanga, the police spokesperson said the suspect, Elizabeth Nanya, a teacher of Namungoona Kigobe Primary School allegedly lured the male victim to her room at the staff quarters.
While in the room, the suspect is said to have caused the victim to remove his clothes and indulge in an unlawful act of sexual intercourse.
“The suspect had unprotected sex with the victim, with the full knowledge of her HIV status. The 16-year boy was examined and immediately put on Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP).” Said Enanga
He said the suspect was arrested and detained in custody.
In another development, police also charged a 20-year-old peasant with aggravated defilement of a 3-year-old girl victim at Panya village, Yiki Parish, Madi Okollo district.
The suspect identified as, Oleama Jackson, a 20-year-old peasant of Olali village was allegedly given responsibility by Araka Rabeka, the mother of the victim, for him to look after her as she went to the market to buy food.
The suspect is said to have taken advantage of the girl victim and defiled her.
“He was found red-handed in the act by the elder brother who informed their mother and the matter reported to the police. As a result, the suspect was arrested and detained in custody.” Noted Enanga
The police mouthpiece cautioned parents and guardians to be careful with relatives and acquaintances in their homes since they are the most perpetrators of such acts.
“The incidents show how both, male and female juveniles remain vulnerable and targeted by sexual predators. Many child predators are not strangers to victims. They are usually relatives to the victim or acquaintances such as neighbours, siblings, family friends, teachers etc, who appear to be warm, caring, loving and respectful.” Explained Enanga.
