Authorities in Rukungiri district detained four individuals from Rwanda following the death of a teenage coworker during a violent dispute. The victim, Diana Wase, worked as a barmaid at an entertainment establishment in Nyarushanje Stage village within Ibanda Parish. The 19-year-old woman died after sustaining injuries during a physical altercation with her colleagues on Friday evening. Police identified the suspects as Elikoze Zuwaheze, Mutesi Zane, Muhawenimana Kolodina, and Omutono Owase Pasikalina. The accused individuals range from 17 to 19 years of age and share the same nationality as their victim.
Regional police spokesperson Elly Maate explained that the confrontation began when the suspects requested matches from Wase to light their cigarettes. The simple request transformed into a heated argument that quickly escalated beyond verbal disagreement. Physical violence erupted between the parties, resulting in serious harm to the young woman. Wase suffered a blow to her neck area during the struggle and immediately lost consciousness. Medical personnel transported her to St. Andrews Health Centre before transferring her to Kisizi Hospital, where doctors declared her deceased.
Rukungiri Central police station holds the four suspects while investigators gather evidence and witness testimony. Officers have completed preliminary interviews with individuals who observed the fatal incident. Medical examiners performed an autopsy to determine the precise circumstances that caused Wase's death. The investigation continues as authorities work to establish the complete sequence of events. Police expect to file formal charges once they complete their examination of the case.
Regional police spokesperson Elly Maate explained that the confrontation began when the suspects requested matches from Wase to light their cigarettes. The simple request transformed into a heated argument that quickly escalated beyond verbal disagreement. Physical violence erupted between the parties, resulting in serious harm to the young woman. Wase suffered a blow to her neck area during the struggle and immediately lost consciousness. Medical personnel transported her to St. Andrews Health Centre before transferring her to Kisizi Hospital, where doctors declared her deceased.
Rukungiri Central police station holds the four suspects while investigators gather evidence and witness testimony. Officers have completed preliminary interviews with individuals who observed the fatal incident. Medical examiners performed an autopsy to determine the precise circumstances that caused Wase's death. The investigation continues as authorities work to establish the complete sequence of events. Police expect to file formal charges once they complete their examination of the case.
