Police in Kyotera is hunting for a one Namubiru Jackie, a resident of Lwanzi “B” cell, Mutukula Town Council in Kyotera district, for the brutal attack on her co-wife Nakimera Lydia, aged 23, a salon owner.
The incident happened on April 20 at around 4pm. The suspect injected the victim with a syringe, containing suspected poisonous substances.
According to the police, she was rushed to Bulamu clinic and was later transferred to Byansi’s clinic in Masaka City in critical condition.
The victim died from the poisonous substance on April 23 at around 6:30pm.
Police spokesperson Fred Enanga condemned such acts of violence against rivals in relationships.
“We strongly condemn such acts of violence against rivals in relationships. Jealous behaviours can be destructive in this very aspect, yet the Family Protection Units have mechanisms in place for resolving family disputes. A serious hunt for the suspect is ongoing,” he said.