Police in Kasese District are investigating the death of a 30-year-old man who allegedly died after being assaulted during an argument over the forthcoming chairperson elections.
The deceased has been identified as Masereka Nelson, a resident of Kisanga Village, Maliba Sub-county, Kasese District.
According to police, the incident occurred on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at around 9:50 p.m. in Kisanga Village, when Masereka reportedly picked an argument with a man identified only as Sowedi over the forthcoming chairperson elections.
Police allege that during the argument, Sowedi picked up a stone and struck Masereka on the forehead before allegedly continuing to beat him until he became unconscious.
The suspect reportedly fled the scene after realizing that the victim was unconscious.
Masereka was later taken to a nearby drug shop for treatment after a friend contacted his relatives. On Sunday morning, July 26, 2026, he was transferred to Rukoki Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at around 5:00 p.m.
Police said the suspect was later arrested from a hideout in Bunyangabu District and is awaiting transfer to Hiima Division for further legal proceedings.
ASP Elly Maate, the Rwenzori East Regional Police spokesperson, confirmed the incident and said inquiries are ongoing.
“The territorial police in Hiima Division have commenced investigations into the incident”. Maate said.
