Manhunt in Rukungiri as Policeman Arrested Over Missing Gun

Manhunt in Rukungiri as Policeman Arrested Over Missing Gun

Police in Rukungiri District have arrested a constable after his rifle was reported missing, sparking a manhunt for the stolen firearm and its holder. The incident, which occurred on July 26, 2025, at around 8:30 p.m., involved an SMG rifle loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition taken from Rwakaraba police post.According to Kigezi region police spokesperson Elly Maate, the weapon belonged to Police Constable Pius Muyambi, who had left it in his bed…

Gun Stolen from Rukungiri Police Post, Manhunt Launched

Police in Rukungiri District have launched a manhunt for unknown suspects who allegedly stole a police firearm, an SMG rifle loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition. The incident occurred on Saturday at around 8:30 PM at Rwakaraba Police Post in Nyakishenyi Sub-county, according to the Kigezi Region Police spokesperson, Elly Maate. Maate explained that at approximately 6:00 PM, Police Constable No. 83982, Muyambi Pius, reported for duty and left his…