Police in Rubanda District have arrested a 35-year-old businessman, Laban Ndyamuhaki, in connection with the murder of 33-year-old Turyasingura Lawrence, following a prompt response by residents and security personnel.
The incident occurred on the morning of January 10, 2026, in Keru Village, Bigungiro Parish, Nyamweru Sub-county. Residents of Bigungiro Trading Centre became suspicious after noticing blood droplets at the entrance of a bar owned by the suspect.
The bar was found locked from outside with a padlock, while the back door was locked from inside.
Alerted by the unusual scene, community members carried out a search around the premises, leading to the discovery of a body lying under a hedge about three metres from the bar, covered with a blanket. Local leaders and police were immediately notified.
A police team led by the Officer in Charge of Station, ASP Ahimbisibwe Melach Girigori, swiftly responded to the scene. The area was secured, thoroughly processed, and documented. The suspect was arrested while hiding inside his locked bar.
During the operation, police recovered blood-stained clothes believed to belong to the suspect, as well as a panga, knife, and stick, which were taken in as exhibits. Community policing was conducted at the scene to calm residents and provide reassurance.
The body of the deceased was conveyed to Kabale Regional Referral Hospital mortuary for a postmortem examination, as investigations continue to establish the motive behind the killing.
Elly Maate, the Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson commended the vigilance and cooperation of the community, noting that timely reporting and collaboration played a key role in the swift arrest.
