Police in Rukiga District are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that left a 22-year-old motorcyclist dead and another person injured.
The crash occurred at about 11pm on September 7 at Kakatunda Cell, opposite Baj Fuel Station along the Kabale-Ntungamo Highway.
According to Kigezi Region police spokesperson SP Nelson Tumushime, an unidentified motor vehicle reportedly crashed into motor vehicle registration number UEX 400Z before the driver fled the scene.
The deceased was identified as Gumisiriza Darius, 22, a resident of Rwahi Town Council in Ntungamo District.
Tumushime said another person, Tibesigwa Muhekyi, 28, of Nakasingye Cell, Kyogo Ward, Rwahi Town Council, survived the crash.
“Efforts to trace the hit-and-run motor vehicle are underway,” Tumushime said in a statement issued on September 9.
Police have appealed to members of the public who may have witnessed the crash or have information about the vehicle involved to report to the nearest police station.
Tumushime also cautioned motorists and other road users against speeding and urged them to remain vigilant while using the road.
He further reminded motorists that fleeing the scene of a crash is wrong, urging drivers involved in accidents to stop and assist victims or report the incident to police.
