Rebecca Cheptegei, a talented Ugandan Olympic athlete, tragically passed away after suffering severe burns from a violent attack by her partner, highlighting the dire issue of domestic violence.
Cheptegei's father expressed profound grief, stating she was incredibly supportive and pledging to seek justice for his daughter, whose promising life was cut short.
The Uganda Athletics Federation released a statement condemning the violence that led to Cheptegei's death, illustrating the sports community's outrage and demand for justice.
Police investigations revealed a heated dispute over land ownership preceded the attack, underscoring the need to address underlying issues that can lead to domestic violence.
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