Self-Proclaimed Healer Faces Life Imprisonment for Alleged Human Sacrifice: 24 Skulls Found in Shrine
Ugandan authorities are investigating a man, Ddamulira Godfrey, who was allegedly found with 24 human skulls, potentially used for human sacrifice.
The police have disclosed that Mr. Godfrey may face life imprisonment under the Prevention and Prohibition of Human Sacrifice Act, which strictly forbids the possession of human body parts or any instruments associated with human sacrifice.
According to Patrick Onyango, a spokesperson for the Ugandan police, the suspect’s shrine, located in the suburbs of Kampala, the nation’s capital, contained not only human skulls but also animal remains and skins.
This alarming discovery has led the police to continue searching the shrine for additional human remains, further deepening the investigation.
The Prevention and Prohibition of Human Sacrifice Act is designed to combat such horrific practices, and if Mr. Godfrey is found guilty, he could face life in prison.
Mr. Onyango emphasized the seriousness of the charges, highlighting the stringent measures the Ugandan government has put in place to curb human sacrifice, a practice that has plagued certain parts of the country.
While Mr. Godfrey identifies as a traditional healer and herbalist, the country’s Traditional Healers’ Association has quickly distanced itself from him, indicating that his actions do not reflect the practices of legitimate traditional healers.
This case has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about the misuse of traditional practices for nefarious purposes.
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This incident is not isolated. Just last month, Ugandan police uncovered 17 human skulls in a shrine located in Mpigi, a district approximately 41 kilometers from Kampala.
These disturbing findings have been linked to ritualistic human sacrifice, a practice that, while rare, still occurs in some parts of the country.
It is believed by some individuals in various African nations that magic charms created from human body parts can bring good fortune, such as wealth, or be used to curse enemies.
The recurring nature of these discoveries highlights a persistent issue that Ugandan authorities are striving to address.
The police and government officials are determined to crack down on these practices, which not only violate human rights but also tarnish the cultural heritage of traditional healing practices.
The broader implications of these cases are significant, as they underscore the challenges that many African countries face in eradicating harmful superstitions and ensuring that traditional practices are not exploited for criminal purposes.
Self-Proclaimed Healer Faces Life Imprisonment for Alleged Human Sacrifice: 24 Skulls Found in Shrine
