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June 23, 2026

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Utumishi Girls Fire Suspects to Face Murder Charges

Utumishi Girls Fire Suspects to Face Murder Charges

The incident attracted widespread condemnation, with many divided on how the 9 suspects in the incident should be charged based on the fact that they are minors...

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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved murder charges against 9 suspects in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire case. This decision follows a review of evidence by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

16 murder charges will be faced by the suspects.
The DPP is the key approving body.
CCTV footage showing students appearing to start the fire was crucial evidence leading to arrests.

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