Rukungiri, Uganfa – Rukungiri District police are investigating the death of 42-year-old Annet Arinaitwe, allegedly murdered by her 32-year-old husband, Tumuramye Vanansio.
The incident occurred on April 26, 2025, at approximately 12:30 AM, at their home in Kabasoni cell, Nyakitabire parish, Ruhinda sub-county.
Police reports allege that Arinaitwe and Vanansio had spent the evening at the Omurusandasi trading center. After returning home and eating supper, Arinaitwe reportedly suggested they return to the trading center for more drinks. Vanansio refused, and they retired to bed.
Shortly after midnight, Vanansio awoke to find Arinaitwe missing. He searched their home, then walked towards the Omurusandasi trading center. At the junction near their home, he encountered Arinaitwe returning. A verbal altercation ensued, escalating into a physical fight. Vanansio allegedly struck Arinaitwe on the head with a stone, rendering her unconscious.
Vanansio then called a boda boda rider, who transported Arinaitwe to Burombe Health Centre III. She was pronounced dead upon arrival. The suspect left the body along the Ruhinda-Rukungiri road and fled the scene.
Local police responded, visited the scene, documented the evidence, recorded statements from witnesses, and arrested Vanansio. The body has been taken to Rwakabengo HC III mortuary for a post-mortem examination.
Police spokesperson ASP Maate Elly confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are ongoing.
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