By Nathan Eyagu
SOROTI - Police in Soroti district are investigating a tragic case in which a 22-year-old man, Elasu Francis, committed suicide by hanging following an allegation of defilement.
According to reports, the incident was first reported to the authorities by Oluka Moses on January 8, 2025, at approximately 3:50 PM. Elasu Francis, aged 22, took his life on the same day in Otucho village, Dakabella Parish, Arapai Sub-county, Soroti district. The exact time of death remains unknown.
Earlier that day, at around 2:23 PM, Okiror Silver filed a report at Odudui Police Station, alleging that Elasu Francis had defiled his 17-year-old daughter, Ideu Judith. In response, the police opened a case under SD REF 10/08/01/2025, Odudui Police Station, Soroti District.
Upon learning of the accusation, it is believed that Elasu, deeply distressed, went to fetch a nylon rope, entered a nearby bush, and tragically committed suicide by hanging. His body was discovered later by his brother, hanging from a dry tree.
The scene of the crime was visited by the D/CID, D/ASP Ojok Richard Tom, Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO), and a team of detectives, alongside uniformed personnel. The body was transported to Nakatunya City Mortuary for a postmortem, which is currently pending.
In a statement issued today, East Kyoga Regional Police Commander (RPC) Damalie Nachuha strongly condemned the act of suicide, reaffirming that life is a gift from God. "Life is given by God Almighty, and no one has the right to take it away," she remarked.
