Maid Who Physically Assaulted Toddler in Uganda Faces Attempted Murder Charge
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| Arnella and her parents |
The Ugandan maid who was captured on camera torturing a toddler who was previously facing charges for torture, is now facing an attempted murder charge.
Jolly Tumuhirwe, the
22-year-old maid is currently in police custody at Luzira prison under
Section 41 of the country’s Anti-Torture Act and will re-appear in court
on December 8th, according to Sahara Reporters.
Fred Enanga, the police
spokesperson stated that the maid confessed to torturing the child, and
was subsequently subjected to a mental evaluation. Results revealed
that she was “a person of sound mind.”
The child, Arnella Kamanzi, who is one and a half years old, is said to be recovering, and in good spirits.
Photo Credit: Daily Monitor
