The murder trial of the late businessman, Henry Katanga, took a dramatic turn this week as defense lawyers accused the acting Director of Forensics Services, Andrew Kizimula Mubiru, of examining DNA samples on a different gun than the one allegedly used in the murder. This accusation comes amidst questions about the integrity of the investigation.
The defense lawyer, Mr. MacDosman Kabega, pointed out inconsistencies in Mr. Mubiru’s report, suggesting he had examined a different gun to falsely implicate the widow, Molly Katanga, in the murder. Kabega further cited a previous case, the infamous ritual sacrifice murder case of businessman Kato Kajubi, where Mr. Mubiru was condemned for examining exhibits in a case unrelated to the one he was supposed to be investigating.
The defense lawyers also criticized Mr. Mubiru for failing to examine other potential weapons found at the scene, including a baton and walking copper stick, suggesting he deliberately avoided examining these items because they might reveal evidence of Ms. Katanga’s assault.
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This case has raised serious questions about the competence and integrity of the forensics investigation. The defense’s allegations, if proven, could significantly impact the outcome of the trial. But as for now, the Katanga Murder trial is still ongoing and Molly Katanga is still on spot for murdering her husband.
