Woman Arrested After Attacking Husband for Demanding Sex

Police in Mukono have arrested a woman who allegedly attacked her husband, John Ssemambo, during an argument over marital intimacy late at night.

The woman, identified as Rachel Nantale, also known as Nakalema, is a resident of Lweza village in the Mukono Central division.     

According to Patrick Onyango, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, the dispute arose when Ssemambo demanded sex, a request that Nantale rejected. The argument escalated, leading Nantale to injure Ssemambo’s private parts. It was reported that Ssemambo, in an attempt to defend himself, stabbed Nantale in the chin before the altercation was broken up.

Both individuals were taken to Mukono General Hospital for treatment as the investigation into the incident continues. The couple has one child together. Ssemambo expressed his frustrations, stating, “I asked her for intimacy, but she declined. When I insisted, she attacked me.” He further indicated that he no longer wants Nantale to live in their home, accusing her of failing to uphold their marriage vows.

Nantale, who sustained critical injuries, declined to comment on the situation. Joseph Kamukanda, the defense secretary of Lweza cell, urged couples to seek peaceful resolutions to their marital disputes. He stated, “This act is unacceptable. Couples should resolve their differences without resorting to violence.”   

Onyango emphasized that it is important for couples to talk to counselors, local religious leaders, or police, specifically the child and family protection unit, to resolve their issues. He warned against allowing anger to escalate into physical confrontations, which can lead to severe consequences, including potential death or murder charges.