The trial of Christopher Okello Onyum has continued to draw strong public attention as more witnesses come forward to testify about the tragic events at the Ggaba daycare centre.
One of the most emotional moments in court came from a caretaker who was present on the day of the incident. Her testimony gave insight into what happened inside the facility.
Speaking before the judge, she explained that everything at the centre had seemed normal earlier that day. The children were going about their usual activities.
She said she first noticed something unusual when she saw the suspect through a window. At that moment, she believed he was disciplining one of the children.
“I thought he was beating the child,” she told the court, describing her initial reaction to what she saw from a distance.
Concerned, she quickly decided to move closer to understand what was happening. Her intention was to intervene if necessary.
However, when she reached the scene, she immediately realised the situation was far more serious than she had first thought.
She told the court that she found one of the children lying unresponsive on the ground. This discovery left her shocked and confused.
The caretaker explained that she began to panic as she tried to understand what was going on around her.
She said the suspect was moving quickly within the room, creating fear and confusion among anyone nearby.
At that point, she raised an alarm to alert others in the area. Her actions helped bring attention to the unfolding situation.
Other people responded to her calls, and efforts were made to get help as quickly as possible.
The court heard that the events happened very fast, leaving little time for anyone to react properly.
The caretaker’s voice reportedly shook as she described the moment, showing how deeply the incident affected her.
Her testimony has become an important part of the prosecution’s case against the accused.
Prosecutors believe her account helps to show what happened inside the daycare during the attack.
The defence, however, is expected to question the details of her testimony as the trial continues.
Christopher Okello Onyum has maintained that he is not guilty of the charges brought against him.
The case has raised concern among parents and communities about the safety of children in such environments.
As the trial continues, more witnesses are expected to appear in court, and the public remains focused on the search for truth and justice.
