Police in Rukungiri District have arrested a woman in connection with the alleged murder of her estranged husband in Buyanja Sub-county.
The suspect, identified as Akankwasa Patience, a resident of Nyamayenje Cell, Ndere Parish in Southern Division, Rukungiri District, is accused of killing Nuwamanya Bruce, 32, a resident of Rwenanura Cell, Nyabitete Parish, Buyanja Sub-county.
According to police, the incident occurred on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at around 1:00 p.m. in Rwenanura Cell, Nyabitete Parish.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased had separated from Akankwasa and later married another woman, while the suspect reportedly moved back to live with her biological parents.
Police reports reveal that on June 2, 2026, Akankwasa reportedly approached the area chairperson, Tugume Eriab, seeking support for necessities for their child.
Tugume reportedly contacted the deceased, and the two allegedly agreed that Akankwasa would look for a house to rent, with the deceased expected to provide financial support.
Tugume say the deceased reportedly gave Akankwasa household items, including a blanket and mattress. On the following day, he is said to have given her Shs70,000 to facilitate rent expenses.
However, police allege that shortly after leaving, Akankwasa returned to the deceased’s residence while allegedly concealing a knife. She reportedly found the deceased having lunch with his current wife.
According to police, the current wife had briefly stepped into another room when she reportedly heard an alarm raised by her husband. Upon returning, she allegedly found him with severe injuries.
Neighbors reportedly responded to the alarm, pursued the suspect, and apprehended her before notifying local authorities.
Tugume later reported the matter to Buyanja Police Station, prompting officers from CPS Rukungiri to visit and document the crime scene.
Outgoing Kigezi region Police spokesperson, Elly Maate says that witness statements were recorded, while the deceased’s body was taken to Buyanja Health Centre IV for a postmortem examination.
Maate added that the suspect was reportedly rescued from an angry mob that allegedly assaulted her, leaving her with head injuries. She was later rushed to Rukungiri Health Centre IV for treatment as investigations continue.
Maate noted that inquiries into the incident are ongoing.
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