3 year old murdered, body found in pit latrine-Kiruhura district
Residents of Kabushwere Parish in Kashongi Sub-County, Kiruhura District are grappling with fear and grief following the tragic kidnapping and murder of Medard Arinda,3. The boy’s lifeless body was discovered in a pit latrine at Akatogo Trading Center raising serious concerns among community members and local authorities.
According to Arinda’s father, Alex Bariyo, the horrifying incident occurred on January 7, 2025.
In a meeting attended by district security authorities including the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) George Bakunda and the LCV chairman, the community was reassured that justice would be served in regard to the brutal murder of the minor.
Boniface Nuwamanya, Officer in Charge of Kashongi Police Post revealed that upon receiving the report of a missing child, he immediately initiated a follow-up investigation. “We acted swiftly to gather any leads,” he stated.
SP Hajji Kitaka Surite, the District Police Commander (DPC) for Kiruhura, urged the community to be vigilant and support one another to prevent such tragic incidents in the future. He confirmed that four suspects have been taken into custody including an Egyptian national as police continue to investigate into the matter.
Dan Mukago, the LCV Chairman for Kiruhura district, pledged that the bereaved family would receive the support and justice they deserve. “We stand with the family during this difficult time and will ensure that those responsible are held accountable,” he stated.
In light of this tragic event, RDC George Bakunda reaffirmed the commitment of local authorities to investigate the kidnapping and murder of the minor.
