The High Court has recently imposed additional charges on four murder suspects involved in the trial of the late businessman, Henry Katanga. Martha Nkwanzi and Patricia Kakwanzi, daughters of the deceased, along with George Amanyire, the domestic help, and Charles Otai, a nurse, now face two counts each of conspiracy and attempted destruction of evidence relating to the murder.
According to the prosecution, the four accused individuals are believed to have attempted to aid Molly Katanga, who has been charged with her husband’s murder, in her escape following the incident on November 2.
Furthermore, they are accused of engaging in actions to destroy evidence, including the relocation of the victim’s body, cleaning up bloodstains, and tampering with the alleged murder weapon.
Trial Proceedings Begin Amidst Contentious Issues
Following a series of arguments and discussions, the trial is set to commence after the prosecution confirmed their readiness to proceed with two witnesses and the introduction of additional charges against the co-accused. Both Molly Katanga and the four co-accused deny all charges brought against them.
Day Two of the Henry Katanga murder trial witnessed a dramatic turn of events, as the defence team called for lead prosecutor Samali Wakooli to take the witness stand at a later stage in the hearing.
Trial date for verdict set
The court, under the jurisdiction of Justice Isaac Muwata, has scheduled July 9 as the date for delivering a verdict on whether Ms. Wakooli should be dismissed from the case.
The defence lawyers argue that her involvement in signing the papers initiating the trial makes her a witness for their side.
On Wednesday, the prosecution expressed their dissatisfaction, as the accused individuals prevented them from questioning the absent murder witnesses for two consecutive days without affording them the opportunity to testify
