Police in Rukungiri District have launched a manhunt for 32-year-old Tumuramye Vanansio, who is accused of killing his wife, 42-year-old Annet Arinaitwe, under unclear circumstances.
The couple, residents of Kabasoni Cell in Nyakitabire Parish, Ruhinda Sub-county, were reportedly involved in a violent altercation during the early hours of Saturday, April 26, 2025.
According to preliminary police findings, the pair returned home late on the night of April 25 after socializing at Omurusandasi Trading Center.
Following supper, Arinaitwe allegedly suggested they return to the trading center for more drinking, a proposal Tumuramye declined before they both retired to bed.
Kigezi Region Police spokesperson Elly Maate stated that around midnight, Tumuramye awoke to find Arinaitwe missing.
After a quick search around their home, he proceeded towards the trading center, only to meet Arinaitwe returning along Katookye–Kyomera Road.
A heated argument ensued after she allegedly responded arrogantly to his questions about her whereabouts.
During the confrontation, police say, a fight broke out. Feeling overpowered, Tumuramye allegedly picked up a stone and struck Arinaitwe on the head, knocking her unconscious.
Tumuramye later contacted a boda boda rider to help rush Arinaitwe to Burombe Health Centre III. Sadly, she was declared dead on arrival. Tumuramye then reportedly abandoned her body along the Ruhinda–Rukungiri road and fled.
Arinaitwe’s body has been transferred to Rwakabengo Health Centre III mortuary for a postmortem examination as investigations continue.
Police have appealed to the public for any information that could lead to Tumuramye’s arrest.
