Ugandan gay rights activist bludgeoned to death
Via CNN.
Kampala, Uganda (CNN) — A Ugandan gay rights activist whose name was published on a list of the nation’s “top homosexuals” was bludgeoned to death in his home near the capital, his lawyer said Thursday.
A neighbor found David Kato dead and notified authorities, according to his lawyer, John Onyango.
Kato’s money and some clothes were missing after the attack, Onyango said.
It was unclear whether Kato’s killing was linked to his gay rights activism or a front-page story in a Ugandan tabloid that reignited anti-gay sentiments late last year.
The story included a list of “top 100 homosexuals” with their photos, addresses and a banner with the words “Hang Them.” Kato’s name and picture were on the list.
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