Police in Luwero have arrested a man accused of stabbing his wife to death following an argument over allegations that she was having affairs with other men.
The suspect, identified as Kenneth Wajuli, allegedly travelled from Buyende in Busoga Sub-region to Mawale Village in Makulubita Sub-county, Luwero District, where his 28-year-old wife, Annet Patience, lived with their two children.
Police said the incident occurred at about 9:30 am on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the couple’s residence. According to police, Wajuli and Annet got into an argument after he accused her of having extramarital affairs.
Police allege that during the quarrel, Wajuli picked up a knife and stabbed Annet in the chest and back. She died at the scene.
Savannah Regional Police spokesperson Sam Twineamazima said police rescued Wajuli from an angry mob that had attacked him after the incident.
Twineamazima said the suspect sustained severe head injuries during the mob attack and was taken to safety by police. Police conveyed Annet’s body to Mulago City Mortuary in Kampala for a post-mortem examination.
Twineamazima said investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killing are ongoing. Police are expected to establish what led to the confrontation and the circumstances surrounding the alleged stabbing-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
