Written By | BK Mugizi
Godfrey Achiria,Greater Bushenyi RPC
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Police in Bushenyi District are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 41-year-old teacher who allegedly died by suicide while in police custody.
The incident happened on Tuesday at Bumbaire Police Station in Bumbaire Sub-county, Bushenyi District.
The Greater Bushenyi Regional Police Commander, Geodfrey Achiria, identified the deceased as Enock Musinguzi, a teacher at Nsimbi Primary School.
Achiria said Musinguzi had been arrested over allegations of aggravated defilement involving a 13-year-old Primary Five pupil at the same school.
"He was arrested over allegations of defilement, and on Wednesday morning he was found hanging in the police cell using his clothes," Achiria said.
He said police have commenced investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
"We have opened inquiries into the matter, and the findings will guide us on the next steps," Achiria said.
The body was taken to KIU for a postmortem examination as police continue with investigations.
