Two arrested in suspected murder case in Mbarara
The police in Mbarara are investigating the murder of Akakunda Rita, 25, a resident of Bwizibwera cell, Rutooma Town Council, Mbarara District.
Byamakama Javira Mawuruba, 19, a casual worker, and Kembabazi Winnie, 30, sister-in-law to the deceased, are the two suspects.
Veterinary doctor Karegyeya Brighton reported the body, leading to a prompt police response. A team processed the crime scene, and Honey, a police dog, tracked a scent to blood-stained clothes belonging to Byamukama at Namutebi Jolly’s home.
Byamukama confessed that Kembabazi paid him to kill Rita due to issues with her sister-in-law.
