The suspect has been identified as Arinaitwe Rogers, also known as Roketo. Police say he was arrested following the death of Tindyebwa Remegio.
According to the Kigezi Regional Police spokesperson, Nelson Tumushime, the incident occurred on Monday, August 17, at about 2 p.m. in Omukibazi Village, Kisiizi Parish, Nyarushanje Sub-county.
Police allege that Rogers followed Tindyebwa as he returned from a nearby trading centre and assaulted him. The victim sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Kisiizi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Police have urged members of the public to refrain from acts of mob justice and taking the law into their own hands.
Authorities are also encouraging residents to report disputes to local leaders or the nearest police station for peaceful and lawful resolution.
The suspect remains in police custody as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death continue.
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