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Police Spokesperson Patrick Onyango confirmed that the search efforts successfully led to the recovery of the body this morning
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Kabuuma, Wakiso – The body of 9-year-old Nanyonga Shanitah, who tragically drowned in a water channel near her school in Kabuuma, Wakiso District, has been recovered by the Police Marines with the support of the local community.
According to police reports, the tragic incident occurred when Shanitah's aunt escorted her to school in the morning. However, she later returned home to pick up a forgotten pen. While crossing the water channel, she reportedly slipped and fell in, drowning in the fast-moving waters. The school is located just 10 meters from the channel, which carries a significant amount of water. Police Spokesperson Patrick Onyango confirmed that the search efforts successfully led to the recovery of the body this morning. It has since been transported to Mulago City Mortuary for a postmortem examination to establish further details.
Authorities and community members have expressed deep sorrow over the incident, acknowledging the dangers posed by the water channel, especially to school-going children. Onyango commended the local residents for their dedication in assisting the police in retrieving the body.
Meanwhile, the police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Officials have urged parents, guardians, and local leaders to ensure the safety of children, particularly in areas prone to such hazards. The tragic drowning has reignited concerns over the need for improved safety measures around open water channels in the district.
