By Our Reporter
NATIONAL
Police has arrested a man who is seen in a video apparently defiling a minor while her younger sibling watched cartoons on his phone.
According to KMP Police Spokesperson, SP Rachael Kawala’s statement issued on Saturday, April 18, 2026, the suspect identified as Ssebagala Moses, 39, a boda boda rider and resident of Mabombwe.
“Following a video circulating on social media showing a man allegedly defiling a female juvenile, Police in Wakiso have arrested the suspect seen in the footage. He is being held in connection with the aggravated defilement of an 8-year-old girl,” says Kawala.
The incident occurred on April 16, 2026, in Mabombwe village, Mabombwe Parish, Mende Sub County in Wakiso District.
It is alleged that the victim was outside with her sister when the suspect approached them. He gave the children a phone to watch cartoons and placed the victim on his lap, where he was allegedly seen defiling the 8-year-old.
Kawala says the suspect is currently in custody and will be produced in court as investigations continue adding that police remains committed to thoroughly investigate such acts and ensuring justice for victims.
