Man,28, murdered in Rukungiri district
Police in Rukungiri district are actively investigating and hunting for suspects believed to be responsible for the murder of Muhumuza Robert, 28 also known as Muja a resident of Ruyonja Cell, Nyarushanje Parish, Rukungiri District. The incident occurred on the night of June 2 at Ikondere Cell, Ibanda Parish, Nyarushanje Sub-County.
According to police reports, the deceased was last seen on June 1 around 10:00 p.m. when he went with Mwesigwa Hillary from Nyarushanje Trading Centre. The two, reportedly intoxicated decided to spend the night at Mwesigwa Hillary’s residence.
In the early hours of June 2 at around midnight, a group led by Turyahabwe Benson, the area chairperson of Ikondere Cell reportedly arrived at the residence. Turyahabwe, along with his wife Christina their employee Girigori, and others knocked on the door where Muhumuza and Mwesigwa were sleeping. When Mwesigwa opened the door, the suspects allegedly tied the two men with ropes and began assaulting them, accusing Muhumuza of stealing Benson Turyahabwe’s coffee from his home.
The assault drew the attention of Akampa Felix, brother to Mwesigwa Hillary, who intervened to stop the suspects from further violence. The suspects then left the scene leaving Muhumuza Robert and Mwesigwa Hillary in pain and distress.
Mwesigwa Hillary realized his colleague Muhumuza Robert had died and informed his brother, Akampa who reported the matter to police.
A murder case was immediately registered at Rubabo Police Station. Authorities visited the scene, documented evidence, recorded witness statements, and conducted a post-mortem examination on the deceased.
Police are currently on the trail of the suspects,Turyahabwe Benson, Christina Turyahabwe and others who remain at large. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend them and bring justice for Muhumuza Robert.
This tragic incident has raised concerns about community safety and the need for heightened law enforcement to prevent such violent acts in the region. Police urge anyone with information about the suspects’ whereabouts to come forward to aid in their swift apprehension.
