Police in Kabale District have arrested a man accused of assaulting his wife to death in a suspected case of domestic violence, as investigations into the incident continue.
The suspect, identified as Babikyingira Godfrey, is currently being held at Kabale Central Police Station (CPS) in connection with the death of his wife, Niwamanya Gorrette, also known as Koreti, 35, a housewife and resident of Nyakarindi Village, Kasheregyenyi Parish, Kamuganguzi Sub-county in Kabale District.
According to preliminary police reports, the incident happened on the evening of June 7, 2026, at around 7:30 p.m. in Nyakarindi Village. It is alleged that the deceased had been drinking waragi at a local bar in Kasheregyenyi when a misunderstanding reportedly arose between the couple.
Police say the suspect allegedly accused his wife of stealing his money before reportedly assaulting her using a fencing plant locally known as oruyenge, leading to fatal injuries.
Authorities say officers from Kamuganguzi Police responded swiftly to the scene and immediately apprehended the suspect to assist with investigations.
The Kigezi Regional Police spokesperson, SP Nelson Tumushime, confirmed the arrest, adding that inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing.
SPTumushime also used the incident to caution the public against resorting to violence in resolving domestic misunderstandings, urging families to seek peaceful means of conflict resolution and support from local leaders or authorities when disputes arise.
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