Kampala – Police at Kira Road are investigating a case of aggravated robbery and murder by strangulation that occurred on the night of February 3, 2026, in Kwaata Zone, Kyanja Ward, Kawempe Division, Kampala City.
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 February 4, 2026, after friends who had failed to reach her went to check on her and found the apartment open.
According to police, preliminary findings indicate that the victim was murdered by strangulation. Earlier on 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 identified by friends and relatives as belonging to the deceased.
A team of homicide detectives, together with Scene of Crime Officers, visited and documented the scene. Several exhibits were recovered, and statements from relevant witnesses were recorded to aid investigations.
Police have so far identified three suspects in connection with the crime, two of whom have been arrested to assist with ongoing investigations. Efforts are underway to trace and apprehend the remaining suspect.
The body of the deceased was conveyed to KCCA Mulago City Mortuary for postmortem examination as investigations continue.
Police have appealed to the public to remain calm and cooperate with investigators by providing any information that may help bring the perpetrators to justice.
