A catholic Priest is among nine suspects who have arrested in connection with the murder of the child with albinism.
According to various online reports, the child was abducted from her mother on May 30, 2024, in Bulamula village, Muleba District, Kagera region, and her body was found on June 17, 2024, in Makongora village, missing some of its parts.
Police statement explained that following the incident, the Police Force, in collaboration with concerned citizens who detest such inhumane acts, launched an intensive manhunt from May 31, 2024, until the night of June 19, 2024.
During this period, nine suspects were arrested with body parts believed to belong to the child were found stored in plastic bags as they sought a buyer.
The arrested suspects, who detailed their involvement in this incident, include the child’s biological father.
The Police Force has issued a stern warning to individuals who indulge in superstitious beliefs, including fortune-telling, and persuade each other that they can attain wealth through such means, urging them to abandon these practices.
