NEWS- The Rukiga Territorial Police have launched an investigation into the tragic demise of Ruth Nuwabine, a 34-year-old Nyankole homemaker residing in Kakuto village, Kashekye parish, Kamwezi sub-county in Rukiga district.
According to authorities, on February 15th, 2024, at approximately 7:00am, Nuwabine’s lifeless body was discovered by her children lying on a local mat in the sitting room of their home.
Nuwabine had reportedly been last seen alive on the previous day at around 10PM by her neighbor, Ampire Meron, with whom she had spent the day working to earn money.
Reports indicate that Nuwabine returned home around the same time and had dinner with her children before retiring to the sitting room. Her children, all pupils at St. Lucia Primary School, went to bed while she remained in the sitting room.
At around 1AM on February 15th, the children allegedly heard their mother crying out, mentioning someone named Tamba and pleading, Why are you killing me? They went to check on her but found her lying down, seemingly asleep. The Children noticed a figure they recognized as Tamba leaving the premises wearing a distinctive red cap and black gum boots.
However, tragedy struck the next morning when the children discovered their mother unresponsive and noticed blood near her head. They immediately sought help from their neighbor, Ampire Meron, who confirmed Nuwabine’s demise and alerted local authorities.
Upon examination, medical professionals from Kamwezi Health Center III confirmed signs of strangulation, leading authorities to suspect foul play. The area chairperson, Biryomumaisho Milton, was informed, and the matter was reported to the Kamwezi Police Station and subsequently to Rukiga Central Police Station.
A post-mortem examination was conducted at the scene by a doctor from Kamwezi Health Center III who confirmed the cause of death. Nuwabine’s body was then released to her relatives for burial arrangements.
As the investigation unfolds, one suspect identified as Tamba has been apprehended to aid in the ongoing inquiries. The Rukiga Territorial Police urge anyone with relevant information to come forward to assist them in investigation.
ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi Regional Police spokesperson, emphasized that inquiries into the case are continuing as authorities work to unravel the circumstances surrounding Ruth Nuwabine’s untimely demise.
