Uganda was shaken by a tragic incident as Ugandan businessman Henry Katanga lost his life in the aftermath of a domestic dispute with his wife, Molly.
The heart-wrenching incident took place on the morning of Thursday, November 3, at the couple’s residence in the upscale area of Mbuya Hill, located on the outskirts of Kampala city.
Reports from Ugandan news sources reveal that the dispute escalated to a fatal confrontation, resulting in a gunshot that ended Katanga’s life.
Ugandan law enforcement promptly responded to the scene, led by Deputy Inspector General of Police Katsigazi Tusiime, who secured the area for further investigations.
The grim scene uncovered by the police depicted Katanga’s lifeless body, tragically soaked in a pool of blood in the master bedroom, bearing a gunshot wound to the head.
His daughter, Tricia, became the key witness to the horrifying event, having been alarmed by the loud gunshot.
She discovered her father with the fatal injury and confirmed to investigators that her parents had been embroiled in a heated dispute just before the tragic incident.
Molly, Katanga’s wife, also suffered injuries during the altercation and was rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
At the scene, a pistol was discovered, shedding light on the method used in the tragic event. Several family members present at the time of the incident have been taken into police custody to assist in the ongoing investigation.
Henry Katanga was a prominent figure in Uganda, serving as the proprietor of Merge Uganda Limited, a reputable procurement and supplies firm located in Kampala.
His company held a significant role in the supply of logistic equipment to key government institutions, including the Ugandan Ministry of Defense, Office of the Prime Minister, Civil Aviation Authority,
His sudden demise has not only left a void in the business community but also serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic disputes turned into.
