Police in Kajansi have rescued a one year old child kidnapped on July 10 by the family’s maid.
The child was found alive and healthy following an operation carried out by police and officers from the Directorate of Crime Intelligence.
The child,1.5-year-old Sserwada Lucas, had been kidnapped by the family’s maid, Nakija Prossy, 20.
According to police, the parents to the toddler reported the matter the same day he went missing, indicating that the child had been left in the custody of the maid prior to disappearing under unclear circumstances. The parents reportedly told police that the relationship between them and the maid was alright before the occurrence.
Locals alleged that the minor was seen leaving the house with Nakija on the day of the incident. Upon receiving the report of the missing child, the police launched an investigation. Initial leads pointed to Nakija’s boyfriend, Kayanga Allan, 20, who was located in Luzira. The authorities tracked Nakija and the child to the Mayuge landing site.
Nakija was apprehended at the site as she attempted to cross over, and Sserwada Lucas was found alive and unharmed.
The motive behind the kidnapping is still under investigation. Both suspects are currently detained at Kajansi Police Station as the investigation continues
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