Kazo: 5-year old boy hacked with machete
Residents of Nkungu Central Cell, located in Nkungu Parish of Nkungu Subcounty in Kazo District, were left reeling in shock and disbelief following the tragic death of a 5-year-old boy, identified as Matsiko Abel. He was the son of Kabagambe Guma.
The horrifying incident occurred on the afternoon of August 8, 2024, when it is alleged that Jameson Bate, 36, the boy’s paternal uncle, brutally murdered Matsiko with a panga, a traditional machete commonly used in the region.
Eyewitnesses reported that after committing the crime, Bate went on to set fire to various household items, including mattresses, in what authorities believe was an attempt to destroy evidence or express his rage.
Witness accounts indicate that prior to the murder of Matsiko, Bate had physically assaulted his brother, Kabagambe, leaving him injured.
This outburst of violence has been attributed to Bate’s known short temper, particularly when he is under the influence of alcohol. Kabagambe and Bate are both sons of Kahwa Robert Kanyarushokye Matadiyo, who also resides in the same locality.
Geofrey Mushabe, the area chairperson, publicly condemned the heinous act, expressing deep sorrow for the family and the community as a whole.
He highlighted the ongoing struggles to manage Bate’s aggressive behavior and described the local leaders’ efforts to protect him from the increasingly angry mob that had gathered in response to the tragedy.
Mushabe confirmed that he had contacted the Nkungu Police Post, requesting immediate police intervention to prevent further violence and to ensure Bate’s safety.
As of the time of this report, local residents were anxiously waiting for police from Kazo Central Police Station to arrive.
Their mission was to retrieve both the body of young Matsiko and to take Bate into custody for questioning and further investigation into the horrific incident that has shaken the community to its core.
The loss of a child in such a violent manner has raised concerns among residents about safety and the ongoing issues of alcohol-related violence in the area.
