A horrific machete attack at a nursery school in the Ugandan capital of Kampala has resulted in the deaths of four young children, according to police statements released on Thursday. The assailant, who gained entry by posing as a parent, carried out the brutal assault in a shocking incident that has left the local community in mourning.
Details of the Attack
The attacker targeted the Gaba Early Childhood Development Program in Kampala, where he first entered the school offices and briefly spoke with the administrator. After stepping outside, he locked the gate to prevent escape and then began attacking the children with a machete. Police described the scene as one of extreme violence, stating that the man "brutally stabbed and killed four juveniles" in the nursery school premises.
Police Response and Arrest
Following the attack, police were quickly dispatched to the scene. Officers fired shots into the air to disperse an angry crowd that had gathered near the school, with some individuals attempting to lynch the suspect. The suspect was later taken into custody by authorities. Police spokesman Kituuma Rusoke confirmed the arrest to The Associated Press, noting that the motive behind the attack is currently unknown and under investigation.
Community Reaction
Video footage aired by local broadcaster NTV captured the emotional aftermath, showing distraught parents weeping outside the school. Such violent attacks on children are exceptionally rare in Kampala, a city with a population of roughly 3 million people, making this event particularly distressing for residents. The incident has sparked widespread concern and calls for increased security measures at educational institutions.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the reasons behind this tragic attack and to ensure the safety of other schools in the area.
