A 21-year-old woman of Chalobantu Village in Chief Nkole Mfumu’s chiefdom in Kasama District who went missing on Friday, May 1, 2026, after a misunderstanding at home has been found dead.

Northern Province Police Commanding Officer, Simunji Mulonda, says the incident was reported at Kasama Central Police Station on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at around 14:35 hours.

Mr Mulonda who identified the deceased as Patricia Mwansa, said the father, Augustine Katanda, aged 51, told police that Mwansa went missing on May 1 after a misunderstanding at home.

Mr Mulonda said the now deceased was last seen leaving the family residence around 14:00 hours, and her body was discovered the following day about 100 meters from the house.

He added that police inspected the body and found no evidence of foul play.

Mr Mulonda says the family has since been advised accordingly regarding burial arrangements, subject to completion of police formalities.

The commanding officer has expressed concern over the rising number of sudden death incidents in the province.

“It is worrying, the increased numbers of suicide, this situation highlights the importance of strengthening community support systems and promoting general well-being among members of the public,” he said.

He urged community leaders, the clergy, and other stakeholders to continue engaging residents on positive social values, conflict resolution, and the importance of seeking guidance during difficult situations.

“Members of the public are encouraged to maintain strong family and community ties, as well as to look out for one another, in order to help prevent avoidable loss of life,” he added.

Mr Mulonda said police remain committed to working with all stakeholders to safeguard the lives and welfare of citizens in Northern Province.