Dr. Matthew Kirabo Receives 30-Year Sentence for Murder, To Serve Almost 30 Years in Prison

By : Hason Mutunzi Bwambale 

Kampala – In a dramatic conclusion to a high-profile murder case, Dr. Matthew Kirabo has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of Desire Mirembe. The court deducted the one year he spent on remand, resulting in a total sentence of 29 years, 10 months, and 23 days. Kirabo will now serve his time at Luzira Maximum Prison, known for housing some of the country’s most dangerous criminals.

Dr. Matthew Kirabo, a respected physician in the community, was convicted of the murder of Desire Mirembe, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short. The trial captivated the nation’s attention due to the shocking nature of the crime and Kirabo’s prominent position within the medical field.

During the trial, the prosecution presented evidence demonstrating Kirabo’s direct involvement in the murder. The court heard that the incident occurred in a fit of rage, allegedly sparked by a personal conflict between the doctor and Mirembe. The evidence included forensic reports, witness testimonies, and surveillance footage, which reportedly provided a clear and damning account of the crime.

The judge, in handing down the sentence, emphasized the severity of the offense committed by a member of the medical community, who had taken an oath to preserve life. The judge also took into account various aggravating factors, including the premeditation involved in the murder, the impact on the victim’s family, and the overall shock it caused within the community.

Furthermore, the judge acknowledged Kirabo’s one year on remand, a period during which he was held in custody awaiting trial. The deducted time reduced the original 30-year sentence to 29 years, 10 months, and 23 days.

Upon hearing the verdict, emotions ran high within the courtroom, with Mirembe’s family expressing relief and gratitude that justice had been served. The relatives of the accused, visibly shocked and distraught, declined to comment.

Luzira Maximum Prison, where Kirabo will serve his sentence, is a high-security facility known for housing dangerous criminals convicted of serious offenses. The prison, located on the outskirts of Luzira, offers a strict regime aimed at ensuring the safety and rehabilitation of its inmates.

The defense team for Dr. Matthew Kirabo has indicated their intention to appeal the court’s decision. Legal experts predict that the appeal process could extend the case further, potentially leading to a review of the sentence imposed.

As this chapter of the Desire Mirembe murder case concludes, the nation reflects on the loss suffered by Mirembe’s family and the damage caused by this tragic incident. The outcome serves as a reminder that no one, regardless of their profession or standing within society, is above the law.