By Our Reporter
The Directorate of CID is investigating an alleged case of aggravated defilement, human rights and procurement of abortion by a Kisoro District tycoon against a minor.
Ramathan Ndikuyezi, a prominent estate and fuel dealer in Kisoro is believed to have defiled a 17 year old senior three student after she came to him asking for a job opportunity.
“During the Covid-19 lockdown, the victim approached the suspect for a job at his petrol station. The suspect instead promised her a job in his estate business. It is during one of the inspections of his estate business, that they got involved and started a love affair till April 2022,” Police Spokesperson Fred Enanga has revealed
The victim later realized she was pregnant and tried to terminate secretly with the help of a medical person in Kisoro.
She also left for Kampala where she got employed as a maid.
“Due to much fear for her parents, the victim left for Kampala and got a job as a maid at Musawo’s in Bukasa. She however, developed complications and was rushed to Quatum Medical Facility, where it was established that the fetus was still stuck in her womb. The victim was transferred to Nsambya Hospital for better treatment.” Enanga said
The girl’s parents claim she is 17 but she asserts that she is 19.
“We are treating the matter as a priority and will ensure the rights of the victim are protected. What she has endured is painful and our team of counsellors are handling her with sensitivity and respect.” Enanga said
Police is further pursuing all venues, including DNA and other scientific tests against the samples taken from the suspect and the victim and if the accused is found guilty, he is to be taken to court immediately and changed with Human trafficking, Aggravated Defilement and Procuring an abortion.
