Suspects appear in the dock as the high-profile murder trial gains momentum. The accused, including family members and associates, face charges related to murder, tampering with evidence, and aiding and abetting the crime.
A forensics expert, Andrew Kizimula Mubiru, testified before the High Court in Kampala as the 8th prosecution witness in the murder trial of Henry Katanga. Mubiru, the Acting Director of Forensic Services of Uganda Police, told the court that he examined DNA samples from various exhibits, including the killer pistol, bullet, and clothing belonging to Molly Katanga, the widow of the deceased.
Mubiru informed the court that he received requests from police to examine several exhibits, including swabs of suspected blood collected from the crime scene, door handles, and ceiling of the house. He also analyzed DNA samples from a baton, walking stick, brain matter, and swabs from Molly Katanga’s right hand and the late Katanga’s left hand.
The defense team raised concerns about Mubiru’s testimony, citing that he had not recorded a police statement and that his DNA report was incomplete. The court adjourned for 30 minutes to allow the production of the original report.
Molly Katanga and her co-accused, including her daughters Martha Nkwanzi and Patricia Kankwanzi, their family shamba boy George Amanyire, and Charles Otai, a Nursing Officer, are facing charges related to tampering and destroying evidence, as well as aiding and abetting the crime.
The prosecution alleges that Molly Katanga murdered her husband on November 2nd, 2023, by shooting him at their home in Mbuya Chwa 2 Road, Nakawa Division, Kampala District.
The case was adjourned to Wednesday for Mubiru to testify on his findings.
