A UPDF soldier was on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, sentenced to death by the 5th Infantry Division Field Court Martial for the murder of residents in Paimol village of Agago district.
The convict, Private Ameny Bonny, aged 32, was sentenced to death on seven counts, including three of murder, two of attempted murder, one of abduction, and one account of absence without official leave.
The court, chaired by Colonel Peter Musherere, handed down the sentence today, following a two-day hearing that was held in Ngora East Village, Paimol sub-county in Agago District.
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The court heard that on October 20, 2024, Private Ameny deserted his post at Pakondong Detach and went to Ngora East village in search of his wife, Ogom Betty, whom he suspected of infidelity.
Armed and in an agitated state, he fatally shot three people and injured two others, including a one-year-old child. He also abducted a resident, Obita Richard, forcing him at gunpoint to reveal the location of his wife and her alleged lover.
During the trial, Ameny pleaded guilty to all charges, citing frustration over his wife’s disappearance with the UGX 16.5 million he had loaned her to start a business. Colonel David Opeero, the Deputy Commander of the 5 Infantry Division, commended the community for their role in the investigation but also urged soldiers to resolve personal disputes through proper channels and avoid conflict with civilians.
Earlier this month, Pte. Robert Birivumbuka, an SFC soldier, was also sentenced to death after pleading guilty to the shooting of several people in a Mayuge land dispute.
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