A disturbing family conflict in Mukono has led to the arrest of a 45-year-old woman, Barbra Babirye, for allegedly attempting to steal her daughter’s one-month-old baby.
The incident has left the community in shock and raised questions about family loyalty and manipulation.
How It Unfolded
Bridget Nalweyiso, 22, gave birth at Mukono General Hospital, with her mother, Babirye, by her side.
After the birth, Babirye persuaded Nalweyiso to temporarily leave the baby in her care. However, things took a dark turn when Babirye began claiming the child as her own.
“I was shocked when I heard she was telling people the baby was hers,” Nalweyiso said in an emotional interview. “She even asked for money from her husband under the false claim that the baby was hers.”
Community Outrage
Witnesses, including neighbors who had seen Nalweyiso pregnant, were appalled by Babirye’s actions.
Kimbowa Sonko, the chairperson of Basiima Kikooza cell, stated, “We knew it was Nalweyiso’s baby. She had been visibly pregnant. When Barbra claimed the baby as hers, we couldn’t believe it.”
Legal Action Taken
Nalweyiso reported the incident to Wantoni Police Station, leading to Babirye’s arrest on charges of attempting to steal the child.
The case has sparked widespread debate in the community about the lengths some individuals will go to for personal gain.
A Family in Turmoil
The incident highlights the complexities of family relationships and the potential for manipulation within them.
As the legal process unfolds, the community watches closely, hoping for justice and a resolution to this heartbreaking situation.
