By Kyamduma Patrick,
The Chairperson Local council three for Bugoye sub-county in Kasese district, Mr. James Katalikawa has announced that the recent council resolution of punishing people who attempt to commit suicide takes effect.
According to the resolution any person suspected to commit suicide will be arrested and handed to police for investigations while the deceased will be buried after performing cultural rituals.
Just this morning, residents woke up in grief after discovering the body of a 32 year old man dangling in a tree on allegations of committing suicide.
Mr. Katalikawa, confirmed the information and identified the deceased as, Amon Birahuli Mbaju, a resident of Bulindiguru top village in Bugoye sub-county Kasese district.
Mr.Katalikawa said cultural rituals were performed by his nephew, where the dead body was beaten twelve canes and later buried in the same area he committed suicide from. Mr. Katalikawa one speaking…
Katalikawa said late Birahuli who retired home last evening well, notified his family members before committing suicide over unknown reasons.
Mr. Katalikawa two speaking….
However, the Catholic Church strongly condemns suicide but calls for penance among the grieved Christians. May the deceased soul rest in eternal Peace. END.