Police in Rwenzori East Region are investigating the killing of a 45-year-old teacher who was allegedly attacked by three unidentified men in Kisinga Town Council, Kasese District.
The deceased has been identified as Kule Benjamin Mayani, a teacher at Excellent Nursery and Primary School and a resident of Kasokero Village, Kyondo Sub-county.
According to a statement issued by Rwenzori East Police spokesperson ASP Elly Maate, the incident occurred at about midnight on September 29 in Karambi Cell, Kisinga Town Council.
Police said Mayani and his colleague, Muhindo Pascal, were returning from Kisinga Town when they were attacked by three unidentified men.
The assailants allegedly struck Mr Mayani on the forehead with a blunt object, causing serious injuries. He reportedly collapsed and died a few metres from the scene of the attack.
Muhindo managed to escape and sought help from nearby residents. However, when they returned to the scene, Mayani had already died.
The matter was subsequently reported at Kisinga Police Station, where a murder case was registered.
Police said detectives examined and documented the scene, introduced a sniffer dog, recorded statements from witnesses and recovered exhibits for forensic analysis.
The deceased’s body was taken to Bwera Hospital for a postmortem examination.
Police have appealed to anyone with information that could help identify and apprehend the suspects to come forward.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killing are ongoing.
