Four Juveniles Killed in Ggaba School Attack, Suspect Arrested

Police in Kampala have confirmed a tragic incident in which four juveniles were killed following a violent attack at a local early childhood with learning centre in Makindye Division.

According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Rachael Kawala, the incident occurred at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Programme school, where a male suspect reportedly attacked and fatally stabbed four children.

“We confirm a tragic incident at the Ggaba Early Childhood Development Programme school in Makindye Division, Kampala City, where a male suspect brutally stabbed and killed four juveniles,” Kawala said in a statement.

Police have since apprehended the suspect, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, and he is currently in custody as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the attack continue.

Authorities have not yet established the motive behind the killings, but Kawala assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway to determine what led to the deadly incident.

The attack has sent shockwaves through the local community in Kampala, particularly among parents and guardians, raising concerns over the safety and security of children in learning institutions.

Security personnel have been deployed at the scene, and police forensic teams are working to gather evidence to support the ongoing investigation.

Leaders and community members in Makindye Division have expressed grief and called for calm as authorities handle the matter. Counseling support is expected to be extended to affected families, pupils, and staff at the school.

Police have urged the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious individuals or activities to the nearest authorities as efforts continue to piece together the events leading to the tragedy.

Further updates are expected as investigations progress.