Toxicology results from the Government Analytical Laboratory (GAL) have ruled out poisoning in the sudden death of Martha Ahumuza Murari, who collapsed at Mezo Noir bar in Kololo and later died at Kampala Hospital on March 21.
Forensic experts at GAL conducted a detailed toxicological analysis using advanced methods, including chromatography and mass spectrometry, on samples taken from Ahumuza’s internal organs.
According to a forensic analyst involved in the investigation, the results showed no traces of any toxic substances.
The toxicology findings were compiled into a formal report and submitted to detectives at Kampala Metropolitan Police headquarters.
These results have become a crucial element in shaping the direction of the ongoing investigation.
Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango confirmed that both postmortem and toxicology reports had been completed and the case file was reviewed by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
Following the DPP’s advice, the two initial suspects—Edward Mugabo, a cashier at Mezo Noir, and his brother Joseph Kalenzi—were released on police bond as investigations continue.
While Onyango did not reveal details from the postmortem report, he said the results were shared confidentially with Ahumuza’s family.
According to a family member, doctors informed them that Ahumuza died due to internal brain bleeding and fluid buildup in her chest, likely from excessive vomiting.
The GAL’s toxicology report significantly alters the initial narrative, which suspected poisoning as the cause of death.
The investigation is now focused on uncovering alternative explanations, with police awaiting further guidance from the DPP.
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Bambi Martha 😭😭 rest in peace