Police in Kabale District are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sudden death of a man only identified as Rasta, who died on Tuesday night at Kigongi “A” Cell, Kigongi Ward, Central Division in Kabale Municipality.
According to reports, on Thursday morning, Ashim Asiimwe received information from Yiga Hussein Rasta’s housemate that Rasta had died in his sleep. Asiimwe proceeded to the residence and found Rasta’s lifeless body on the bed.
It is reported that the deceased had vomited before passing away. The cause of death is suspected to be excessive alcohol consumption on an empty stomach.
Asiimwe reported the incident to police, who responded promptly.
Elly Maate, the Kigezi Region Police spokesperson, confirmed that a case file of sudden death was opened. Police visited and documented the scene before transporting the body to Kabale Regional Referral Hospital mortuary for postmortem examination.
Maate said investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of death. He also appealed to anyone who may have known the deceased to come forward with his full identity and assist in arranging a proper burial.
