By Augustine Mumbereka,
Police in Kasese are holding Mr. Brain Musinguzi and Mr. Emmanuel Aloyi, both residents of Kitoro cell in Kasese Municipality for allegedly beating one Stephen Mugisa who later died at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital this morning.
SP. Nelson Tumusiime, the Rwenzori East Regional Police spokesperson confirmed the arrests and the investigations into the assault incident that has turned murder but without giving any much details.
Speaking to our reporter at Kasese Central Police, Mr. Isiah Thembo the area local council one chairperson said the suspects reportedly beat the deceased and his friend at around 6am at Mbazi bar in the same area yesterday, claiming the two who had no criminal record according to local leaders, had reportedly stolen their mobile hand cellphone.
Mr. Isiah speaking……
Mr. Ahmadi Gamukama, a father to the deceased was shocked by the incident, wondering how a mere hand cellphone could force the suspect to torture the deceased in such an inhuman and selfish manner.
Mr. Gamukama speaking……
May the soul of the deceased rest in peace and quick recovery to his colleague in hospital. END