Police Investigate Murder of 79-Year-Old Man -Rukungiri
Police in Rukungiri district are investigating the mysterious death of Benard Biryomumisho,79, whose body was found in his house on July 7 in Kasharara Village, Ibanda Parish, Nyarushanje Sub-county, Rubabo County.
According to reports, Biryomumisho was last seen in the Nyarushanje trading center on July 5 around 4:00 pm heading home. He was known to live alone at his residence. It is alleged that the assailants gained entry into his house through the door entered his bedroom and inflicted multiple cuts on his head resulting in his instant death. The suspects then fled the scene with half a sack of coffee.
The incident was discovered on the afternoon of July 7 when the deceased’s son, Ndyareba Boneventure visited the home around 3:30 pm. Upon attempting to open the door, he found Biryomumisho dead in his bed. Police from Rubabo arrived at the scene where a team including a canine unit conducted investigations, processed evidence and documented the scene.
The body was transported to Rwakabengo Health Center III mortuary for a postmortem examination. Authorities have launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the murder and are actively working to identify and apprehend the suspects. Efforts are ongoing to ensure justice is served.
