Police Investigate Death of Man During Sexual Encounter in Luuka District

Police in Luuka District have opened investigations into the death of a man who reportedly collapsed and died while having sexual intercourse with a woman in a bush in Bukooma Sub-County.

Busoga North Police spokesperson, Samson Lubega identified the deceased as Simon Kalamu, 50, a resident of Namulanda B Village in Namulanda Parish, Bukooma Sub-County.

According to preliminary findings, the incident happened at around 9pm on Monday when Kalamu allegedly went with a 40-year-old woman, also a resident of the area, to a nearby bush where they engaged in sexual intercourse.

Mr Lubega said the deceased reportedly collapsed during the second round after completing the first.

“The woman raised an alarm, attracting residents who later informed local authorities,” he said.

One resident, who preferred anonymity, claimed the deceased was known for engaging in multiple extramarital relationships and frequently consuming energy drinks and herbal substances.

“He often consumed energy drinks and local herbs. We suspect he may have suffered a cardiac arrest,” the resident said.

Police said the body was taken for a postmortem examination as investigations continue. Mr Lubega urged the public to improve their health-seeking behaviour and seek medical advice, especially before engaging in strenuous physical activity, noting that underlying health conditions can contribute to sudden medical emergencies.

The incident adds to a number of similar cases previously reported in the Busoga sub-region.In October 2022, a woman identified as Zam Nangobi of Mawembe Zone in Kagumba Parish, Kamuli District, reportedly died shortly after a sexual encounter with a man from Jinja.

In March 2025, a 32-year-old woman identified as Babirye Edinansi reportedly died at Savannah Lodge along Kamuli–Kitimbo Road under similar circumstances.

About a decade ago, a traditional healer identified as David Alyemberi also reportedly died inside a lodge in Kamuli during a sexual encounter.

Medical experts say sudden deaths during sex are often linked to heart attacks or strokes triggered by increased physical exertion and a sharp rise in blood pressure.