KISORO, Uganda (UGNEWSLINE) – Police in Kisoro District are investigating the shooting of a husband and wife who were killed by unidentified gunmen as they returned from their wholesale shop in Kisoro Municipality.
The deceased have been identified as Nteziyaremye Africano and Kyompeire Peace.
According to a statement issued by Kigezi Region Police spokesperson Nelson Tumushime, the incident occurred at about 11pm on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Zindiro Cell, Kamonyi Ward, Kisoro Municipality.
Police said the couple was allegedly attacked and shot dead by unidentified assailants believed to have been armed with a firearm.
Detectives and a canine unit visited the scene to gather evidence that could help investigators establish the circumstances surrounding the killings and identify those responsible.
As of Sunday, October 18, no arrests had been made, but police said efforts to track down and arrest the suspects were ongoing.
Tumushime appealed to anyone with information that could help the investigation to report to the nearest police station.
Police have urged members of the public to cooperate with investigators as they pursue the suspects behind the killings.
