Summary:
Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson Elly Maate confirmed that a case file was opened and investigations commenced.
RUBANDA: Police in Rubanda District have arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly defiling an 11-year-old pupil at Nyamiyaga Primary School in Bubaare Town Council.
The suspect, identified as Dismus Ahumuza, a resident of Rwembungu Cell in Bubaare Town Council, is accused of sexually assaulting the minor, whose identity has been withheld for protection.
According to police reports, the incident took place on the evening of February 17, 2025, in Rwembungu Cell, Nyamiyaga Ward.
The victim’s mother, Enid Twinamasiko, reported the case after discovering that her daughter had been attacked and defiled.
Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson Elly Maate confirmed that a case file was opened and investigations commenced.
He noted that the suspect was arrested to help police with investigation and is currently detained at Rubanda Central Police Station.
He said that other key witnessed have been identified and their statements have been recorded.
He noted that more inquiries are still ongoing to have the suspect prosecuted.
