Investigation launched by Kampala Police into dormitory death of primary seven Pupil

Law enforcement authorities have initiated an investigation following the tragic demise of a Primary Seven pupil at Edinance Daycare, Nursery and primary school identified as Valeria Lesiha Namath, 12, who was found dead on her decker in the school’s dormitory.

The deceased’s father John Musisi also a resident of Nsooba, Kawempe on being interviewed said that he was shocked when he received a phone call from the school’s headteacher informing him that his daughter had died mysteriously.

“ I reside a stone’s throw away from the school where my daughter has been studying but I am figuring out what could have killed my girl, who has no known health complications at all …..”

Namata has been studying at the same school since P1 but as a day scholar. However the father said he decided to put her in the boarding section last term in order to enable her to catch up with the rest of her fellow classmates ahead of their final leaving examinations which are due in November,this year.

Meanwhile the incident has prompted concerns and calls for a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the pupil’s death.

The Kampala Police Force responded swiftly to the distressing incident, and an official inquiry is now underway to determine the cause of the pupil’s demise.

The investigation aims to shed light on the events leading up to the unfortunate incident and ascertain any potential contributing factors.

The authorities have emphasized the significance of conducting a comprehensive examination to ensure a thorough understanding of the circumstances surrounding the pupil’s death.

By doing so, they hope to provide answers to the grieving family and the public, assuaging their concerns and addressing any potential legal implications.

The tragic incident has sparked a broader conversation about the safety and well-being of pupils within educational institutions.

Stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and education authorities, are increasingly urging for enhanced measures to protect students while they reside in dormitories.