A 22-year-old woman, identified as Deborah Ememem, was found dead under a bed in a hotel room several days after she had checked in with a male companion.
Deborah had checked into the hotel on the night of June 14, accompanied by a man believed to be her boyfriend. The two had reportedly gone there to relax after celebrating her birthday the previous day.
When Deborah’s mother was unable to reach her and her calls went unanswered, she became worried. After several failed attempts to get in touch, she reported her daughter missing at the nearest police station.
Investigations began immediately. Police later discovered that Deborah had entered the hotel with a man named Emmanuel Gambo, a student. The authorities confirmed that the two had booked the room together on the night she disappeared.
According to police sources, Emmanuel was later arrested in connection with the incident. During questioning, he allegedly confessed to killing Deborah.
He claimed that the two got into an argument after she asked him to pay UGX35000, which was more than the UGX10000 they had originally agreed upon. He said the disagreement escalated into a physical fight, during which he strangled her, claiming it was in self-defense.
Realizing she had died, Emmanuel reportedly wrapped her body in a cloth and hid it under the bed. He then took her phone and other personal belongings before fleeing the hotel.
A few days later, guests staying in nearby rooms began complaining about a terrible smell. Hotel staff investigated and discovered Deborah’s decomposing body hidden under the bed. Authorities were immediately called in to handle the situation.
Police say Emmanuel had used a fake name and address when booking the room, making it harder to trace him. However, on July 2, he was located and arrested at his residence. At the time of his arrest, he was found in possession of Deborah’s iPhone, further linking him to the crime.
The case has shocked many and raised concerns about safety and accountability in hotel establishments, particularly regarding the use of false identities during check-in.
Investigations are ongoing as authorities prepare formal charges against Emmanuel. The young woman’s family is now left mourning a painful loss that followed what should have been a time of celebration.