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Storm disrupts trial of Christopher Okello Onyum, accused in Ggaba daycare killings
via Tuko3 min read
A violent storm disrupted the trial of Christopher Okello Onyum, accused of killing four toddlers at a Ggaba daycare center, forcing the evacuation of presiding judge Alice Komuhangi Khaukha and an abrupt adjournment. The incident occurred in Kampala during a session of Uganda’s mobile court, set up near the tragedy's scene. Strong winds tore through the makeshift courtroom tent, causing panic among attendees and officials. This marks the second setback for the high-profile trial in recent days, following an incident last week where a vehicle transporting the suspect lost control and injured a journalist. The trial, which has gripped the nation since the April 2 killings, is expected to resume on Thursday, weather permitting. Authorities state that Okello Onyum allegedly posed as a parent to gain access to the daycare before carrying out the attack with a machete. CCTV footage from April 1, a day before the tragedy, showed the suspect driving to the scene, walking into the area, and leaving approximately six minutes later. A police surgeon also testified that Okello disclosed a past suicide attempt during a psychiatric evaluation.
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