Kabale, Uganda – Police in Kabale district are investigating the death of 57-year-old Mwerinde Broad, a resident of Murambo village, who was found dead in his home early Monday morning.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Broad was assaulted by unknown assailants sometime on the night of June 30, 2025. His body was discovered by Birungi Patrick Paddy, who alerted local authorities. The chairperson of the local LC I, Jackline Mbangirwoha, then reported the incident to Kamuganguzi Police Station, leading to a full-scale investigation by Kabale District Police.
A team from the Kabale Criminal Investigations Department (CID) responded to the scene, collected evidence, and documented the incident. Broad’s body was transported to Kabale Regional Referral Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Two individuals have been taken into custody to assist with the ongoing investigation. Police have not released further details about the suspects to avoid jeopardizing the ongoing probe.
The Kigezi Regional Police spokesperson, ASP Elly Maate, confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are underway to determine the motive behind the alleged assault and murder.
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