Mitooma, Uganda – Police are searching for suspects in the alleged strangulation of a 57-year-old man in Kakimba Village, Kiyanga Parish/Sub County, Mitooma District.
The deceased, Tugume David, a resident of the same area, was found dead approximately 300 meters from his residence.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at an unknown time. David had left his family at around 9:30 pm to go fishing in the national park.
His body was discovered on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at around 12:30 pm. The incident was reported to the police by Chairman LC1 Kakimba Village, Mr. Turyatunga Benson.
Inquiries were initiated, and a team of detectives led by D/AIP Muhinda Samuel visited and documented the crime scene. A post-mortem examination was also conducted.
Although there were no signs of struggle at the scene, and the body had no visible injuries, the deceased’s neck was found to be broken.
The Greater Bushenyi Police Spokesperson, SSP Marcial Tumusiime, confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are ongoing to identify possible suspects and obtain the post-mortem report.
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