Police say residents found his body early today near a busy section of Najjanankumbi and alerted authorities.
Identified via his clerical ID card, the man has been confirmed as Reverend Father Faustinus Kisomose, a 50‑year‑old curate recently transferred to Lweza Parish by Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga .
Preliminary investigation indicates foul play: eyewitnesses suggest signs of strangulation, though police have not confirmed the official cause. His lifeless body was taken to Mulago Hospital for a post-mortem examination .
According to Fr. John Vianney Mugabo, the parish priest at Lweza, Fr. Kisomose left the presbytery last night around 9 pm with two bags and never returned. He was reported missing until this morning’s devastating discovery .
Born in Kankobe Parish, Mpigi District, Fr. Kisomose was ordained in 1997 by Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala. He served in parishes including Gombe, Biina, Naggulu, Ndeeba, and most recently Lweza .
Colleagues remember him as an exemplary student during his seminary days—quiet yet brilliant, with a steadfast dedication to service .
At this stage, investigations are underway, and police at Katwe are treating the case as suspicious. The Archdiocese is awaiting autopsy results and is expected to issue a public statement later today.
Local faithful have been asked to unite in prayer for peace and the proper resolution of this sad case. Funeral and burial arrangements will be announced once the family and church finalize them.
This incident has shocked both the church and the broader community, raising deep concern over safety and justice for clergy.
Authorities have appealed to anyone with information about Fr. Kisomose’s last moments to come forward.