Shock as Man Brutally Murdered in Rukungiri District

Rukungiri: Police in Rukungiri District are investigating the suspected murder of a 38-year-old man who was allegedly assaulted to death by unknown assailants in Bwambara Sub-county.

The deceased, identified as Okello Dismus, was reportedly employed as a casual labourer for the past two years by Annet Rwemereza, a resident of Kyehunde Cell in Bwambara Parish. According to police, on the evening of September 24, 2025 at around 7:00pm, Okello was left on guard duty at his employer’s compound where timbers had been piled.

However, the following morning at about 8:00am, Rwemereza was surprised not to see him at his duty post. She later received disturbing news that Okello’s body had been discovered along the road at Omukayaga Cell, Kyabahanga Parish, about five kilometers away, where he is suspected to have been attacked during the night at Omukayaga Trading Centre.

The area LC1 Chairperson, Bazirake Godfrey, immediately reported the incident to Bwambara Police Station, prompting investigations.

Cue in…Bazirake…RR

According to ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi Regional Police Spokesperson, a team of officers, including the canine (K9) unit, visited the scene of crime but did not recover any useful leads. Statements have since been recorded from key witnesses, and the deceased’s body was conveyed to Rwakabengo Health Centre mortuary for postmortem examination.

The LC3 Chairperson of Bwambara Sub County, Christopher Kagayano, advised the community to always introduce new workers to local leaders to help monitor their safety and avoid suspicions.

Kangayano further stressed that disagreements should be resolved through lawful means rather than resorting to mob justice or violence.

Cue in…Christopher…RR