Summary:
- The suspect is believed to have fled to DRC-Congo upon learning of his father’s death.
KANUNGU: Police in Kanungu District are searching for a 28-year-old man accused of assaulting his biological father, Emmanuel Bareba, 73, who died instantly in Kyeshero Sub County.
The suspect, identified as Amosi Nuwagaba, allegedly assaulted his father on July 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM in Kyeshero Central Cell, Kyeshero Parish, Kyeshero Sub County, Kanungu District. The altercation reportedly began when Emmanuel accused Amosi of stealing and selling his coffee from the house. Enraged by the accusation, Amosi allegedly attacked his father, boxing and kicking him in the stomach and ribs before using a stick to continue the assault.
After the attack, Emmanuel, with bruises on his face, back, and stomach, reported the incident to the area chairman of Kyeshero Central Cell, Munyantware Andrew. Emmanuel was then taken to Bwindi Community Hospital for treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries on Monday at around 2:00 PM.
Elly Maate, the Kigezi region Police spokesperson, stated that a report of assault was filed at Kyeshero Police Post. The scene of the crime was visited and documented, statements were recorded, and a postmortem was conducted.
Maate added that the suspect is believed to have fled to DRC-Congo upon learning of his father’s death. Amosi is also described as a habitual drug abuser who had frequently assaulted his father.
CUE IN MAATE….ON MURDER…..RR/ENG//
