Two suspected thieves were beaten into coma in Kasese Municipality over alleged theft of maize, Kasese Guide Radio has learnt.
ASP Nelson Tumushime, the Rwenzori East regional Police spokesperson confirmed that the yet to be identified men were reportedly beaten to near death by an angry mob and later rushed to Kasese Municipal health center three for treatment.
Health worker at the facility, Mr. Eliseni Muthegheki Elisenia said the two suspects who were brought by police, were getting treatment but with no care takers. Mr. Muthegheki speaking………
On returning to the health facility later last evening, one of the suspect who identified himself as Mr. Raymond Mbusa 22, a father of two hailing from Mithi-Ibiri village in Muhokya sub county, was surprised that he was undergoing treatment.
Raymond who claimed he wasn’t a thief but was just sleeping in a maize garden, added that he had harvested up to a half a sack of maize just because his garden isn’t near. Mr. Raimon speaking………
Kasese Guide Radio will keep updating you as more details about the incident unfolds. END