By Africa Links 24
Published on 2024-01-30 22:58:34
The three suspects accused of the murder of Dr. Jino Abiriga, the former acting Masindi district health officer, have been further remanded to Hoima prison. The suspects are Abiriga’s 31-year-old widow, Betty Cherotich, Joshua Namureng, and Martin Kipsang. They appeared before Masindi grade one magistrate Selsa Biwaga on Tuesday and were remanded until February 13, as investigations into the matter are still ongoing.
Initially, the suspects were supposed to be remanded to Masindi prison but they opted for Hoima prison due to security reasons. The suspects, along with others who are still at large, are believed to have conspired and coordinated the murder of Abiriga on January 7. He sustained severe wounds to the neck, head, both hands, and back. His body was found near his gate in Kijura North cell, Masindi. Cherotich was arrested in Masindi, while Namureng and Kipsang were arrested in Bukwo district.
During the court appearance, Cherotich reportedly confessed to hiring hitmen for Shs 2.5 million to murder her husband after he repeatedly compared her to other women. The state prosecutor Munanura Arinaitwe Aganyira informed the court that investigations are still ongoing and requested more time to conclude the investigations, which was granted.
The suspects have been further remanded to Hoima prison as the investigation continues. They are accused of orchestrating the murder of Dr. Jino Abiriga, and the court has granted more time for the investigation to unfold. As the case progresses, more details are likely to emerge, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the alleged murder. The next court date is set for February 13, at which point more information may become available.
