Woman arrested over stabbing three-year-old daughter to death
“The deceased has been identified as Neila Ayongeirwe. Preliminary investigations established that the suspect Shivan Aine, 24, stabbed her biological daughter to death while the husband, Dickson Bakwatanisa, was away. After the act, the suspect attempted to commit suicide by cutting herself on the neck,” Kawala said.
The suspect stabbed her biological daughter to death. (New Vision/Files)
KAMPALA - Police at Nateete are holding a mother over the alleged murder of her three-year-old daughter by stabbing.
Kampala metropolitan Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala said the incident occurred on February 24, 2026, at about 5:00pm in Lusaze Zone, Rubaga division, Kampala district.
“The deceased has been identified as Neila Ayongeirwe. Preliminary investigations established that the suspect Shivan Aine, 24, stabbed her biological daughter to death while the husband, Dickson Bakwatanisa, was away. After the act, the suspect attempted to commit suicide by cutting herself on the neck,” Kawala said.
She explained that findings further indicate that the couple had unresolved domestic violence issues.
“The suspect has since been arrested and is currently receiving treatment in hospital under Police guard. We strongly condemn such acts of violence within domestic settings. Members of the public, especially victims of domestic violence, are urged to seek assistance from the police Child and Family Protection Unit for support and protection,” she added.
Crime statistics
According to the police’s Annual Crime Report 2024, from the Uganda Police Force, homicide cases in Uganda increased to 4,329 incidents, with over 4,400 people killed in 2024.
The report noted that while overall crime fell by 4.1%, murder by assault and mob action were major drivers, averaging roughly 12 killings daily in 2024. The national homicide rate has historically hovered around 8–11 per 100,000 people.