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Police in Mitooma District are holding two suspects in connection with the brutal murder of a 7-year-old boy and his mother. One suspect remains on the run. The victims, Susan Kiconco and her son Ahereza Blaise, were found strangled at their residence in Mayanga D Village, Mayanga Sub-county, Mitooma District. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of November 20, 2024, while the victims were asleep in their house.
The suspects in custody have been identified as Kuribuba Brian and Tashobya Ben, while a third suspect, only identified as Milton, is still at large.
However, law enforcement launched an investigation and deployed a K9 unit to the scene, which helped trace the suspects
Police Investigation
According to police, the suspects fled the scene immediately after committing the crime. However, law enforcement launched an investigation and deployed a K9 unit to the scene, which helped trace the suspects. Police are continuing their efforts to locate and apprehend the remaining suspect, Milton.
Mitooma District Police Commander (DPC) urged the public to provide any information that could lead to Milton's arrest.
Appeal for justice
The incident has left the Mayanga community in shock, with residents calling for swift justice for the victims. Local leaders have condemned the act and called for increased security measures to prevent similar tragedies.
Police investigations into the motive and circumstances of the murders are ongoing.