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Girl Set on Fire by Stepfather | Uganda News
A chilling case in Amolatar has shocked the community: a young girl allegedly set on fire by her stepfather after he claimed she stole a 200-shilling coin. The man, Nickson Esongu, tied dry grass to her hand and lit it — while her mother, Dillish Akullu, is also detained as part of the investigation. The child, now sheltered by neighbors and protected by local officials, revealed a pattern of neglect and abuse, saying she’s routinely left without food or clothing while other siblings are cared for. Police have charged both adults with aggravated child torture — a crime that could lead to life…
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