Jinja | A boda boda rider, Edirisa Isabirye, 25, set fire to his house at Katende Triangle in Bugembe, Jinja City, killing his wife Mirabu Kakazi, 17.
Their nine-month-old daughter, Mirabu Munana, was also killed in the unfortunate incident.
According to police reports, the shocking incident took place around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday. It is alleged that Isabirye intentionally ignited a mattress by placing a burning charcoal stove under the bed where his wife and child were sleeping.
The fire quickly engulfed the entire room, taking the lives of the two victims.
Police officers who arrived at the crime scene later discovered that Isabirye had committed suicide by hanging himself with a bedsheet—an apparent act of guilt and remorse for the heinous crime.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Isabirye and Kakazi’s marriage was deeply troubled. The couple reportedly endured frequent arguments, domestic violence, and a toxic environment filled with disrespect and controlling behavior.
Local authorities believe Isabirye’s extreme actions were motivated by long-standing conflicts.
The bodies of the deceased are set for burial in their respective ancestral homes. Mirabu Kakazi will be laid to rest in Namagera town council, Jinja district, while Isabirye and his daughter will be buried in Bukoma sub-county, Luuka district.
Police have urged couples to cultivate mutual respect, trust, and open communication within their relationships.
SP James Mubi, Kiira Regional Police PRO, emphasized the importance of recognizing early warning signs in toxic marriages and seeking professional help before conflicts turn fatal.
This tragic incident adds to the growing list of domestic violence cases in the Kiira Police Region, with authorities now strongly advocating for more interventions, including counseling services, to combat the rising tide of violence.
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