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Tragedy struck St Mary’s College Kisubi (SMACK) on Friday evening after a Senior Three student drowned in the school’s swimming pool during a training session.
The incident occured on Friday (October 24) at around 5:40 p.m.
Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Spokesperson ASP Luke Owoyesigyire identified the deceased as Peter Kirwana, noting that police had launched investigations into this tragic death.
“We are holding the school swimming coach on charges of rash and negligence to help us with the investigations,” Owoyesigyire said.
According to police, Kirwana was seen struggling in the pool before being pulled out by the coach. However, he was already in critical condition.
“He was rushed to Kisubi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead,” Owoyesigyire added.
The body was later taken to Mulago Hospital for a postmortem examination.
Brother Simeon Mpanga, the school headteacher, expressed condolences to the deceased’s family.
“Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. May Peter’s soul rest in peace,” he said.
Kirwana was laid to rest on Sunday at his ancestral home in Narozali, Masaka district. MHSRIP.
