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Kyambogo University Lecturer Remanded For Defiling Visually Impaired Student

CB Reporter by CB Reporter
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Dr. Lawrence Eron

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Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court has remanded a senior lecturer from Kyambogo University, Dr. Eron Lawrence, over allegations of defiling a 16-year-old visually impaired girl.

On Friday, the 56-year-old Dr. Lawrence appeared before Chief Magistrate Christine Nantege, who remanded him to Luzira Prison until July 17, when his case will return for mention. The charge of aggravated defilement, contrary to the Penal Code Act, was read to him, although he was not allowed to enter a plea.

Dr. Lawrence had reportedly been on the run, leading university authorities to suspend his salary and urge compliance with the law.

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Kyambogo University Vice Chancellor Prof. Eli Katunguka-Rwakishaya informed journalists on April 3, 2024, that a university committee investigating Dr. Lawrence had recommended disciplinary action against him. “The investigations found Dr. Eron culpable for gross misconduct of sexual harassment, acts or omissions that damage the image and status of the university, and unprofessional or unethical conduct,” Prof. Katunguka stated.

The Investigations Committee conducted its inquiry from November 13, 2023, to January 19, 2024, and handed over its report to the Vice Chancellor, who conveyed it to the Acting University Secretary to commence disciplinary action.

Dr. Lawrence faces serious consequences if convicted, with penalties for defilement in Uganda including a potential jail term exceeding seven years or more severe judgments. “You are charged with a capital offence which can only be tried in the High Court that has jurisdiction to handle your case. You can also apply for bail in the High Court,” Magistrate Nantege held before remanding him.

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Prosecution, led by Eunice Mbaine, informed the court that investigations are ongoing. According to the charge sheet seen by Monitor, prosecutors allege that on October 12, 2023, between Kyambogo University and Namugongo Nsawo Village in Wakiso District, Dr. Lawrence performed a sexual act with the child while HIV positive and in a position of authority over her.

Court documents further indicate that the lecturer committed the crime while serving as Dean of the Faculty of Special Needs and Rehabilitation, while the victim was a secondary school student in Mukono District.

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