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According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred at around 8:00pm in Nyakashebeya Village, Nyabubare Parish, Nyabubare Sub-county
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Police in Bushenyi District have launched investigations into the murder of Karunga Linette, a 21-year-old student at Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus, who was allegedly killed on the evening of December 8, 2025.
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred at around 8:00pm in Nyakashebeya Village, Nyabubare Parish, Nyabubare Sub-county.
Police officers visited and processed the crime scene following standard procedures before transferring the body to the KIU Teaching Hospital Ishaka mortuary. A post-mortem examination is expected to establish the exact cause of death.
Two of the deceased’s boyfriends, Nimwesiga Onan and Farouk, have been arrested to assist police with ongoing investigations.
Tayebwa Apollo, the Greater Bushenyi Sub-region Police Spokesperson, confirmed the arrests, noting that the incident had shocked the community.
“We have two suspects in custody who were close to the deceased, and they are assisting us as we work to establish what exactly happened. We appeal to anyone with relevant information to come forward. Public cooperation is key in helping us bring the perpetrator to justice,” Tayebwa said.
He added that police would keep the public updated as new details emerge.
Karunga’s death has sparked concern among residents and students at KIU, with many calling for heightened security around student communities in the area.
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