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Police on High Alert After Theft of Firearm in Rukungiri District

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Authorities in Rukungiri District are on high alert following the theft of a police firearm from Rwakaraba Police Post in Nyakishenyi Sub-county. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at around 8:30 PM when Police Constable (PC) Pius Muyambi reported that his Sub-Machine Gun (SMG) loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition was stolen from his bedroom at the post. PC Muyambi had left the station to have supper at a nearby hotel, leaving the firearm inside his room, and upon returning, he found the door broken into and the gun missing. The officer in charge of the post was informed, and the scene was visited by the Officer in Charge of Rukungiri Police Station and the canine unit, but no immediate leads were recovered. As a precautionary measure, PC Muyambi was taken into custody for questioning as inquiries into the matter continue. Police have urged members of the public to remain vigilant and security-conscious.

Key Takeaways:

  • The theft of a police firearm from Rwakaraba Police Post in Nyakishenyi Sub-county, Rukungiri District, has left authorities on high alert.
  • The incident occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at around 8:30 PM when PC Pius Muyambi reported that his Sub-Machine Gun (SMG) loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition was stolen from his bedroom.
  • PC Muyambi had left the station to have supper at a nearby hotel, leaving the firearm inside his room, and upon returning, he found the door broken into and the gun missing.
  • The officer in charge of the post was informed, and the scene was visited by the Officer in Charge of Rukungiri Police Station and the canine unit, but no immediate leads were recovered.
  • As a precautionary measure, PC Muyambi was taken into custody for questioning as inquiries into the matter continue.
  • Police have urged members of the public to remain vigilant and security-conscious and to report any suspicious individuals or objects to local leaders or nearby security offices to aid in the swift arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
  • The theft of the weapon poses a serious security threat, and police continue to intensify efforts to recover the firearm and bring the culprits to justice.

Statistics:

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at around 8:30 PM.
  • 30 rounds of ammunition were stolen along with the firearm.
  • PC Pius Muyambi, service number 83982, reported the theft of his firearm.
  • The firearm stolen was a Sub-Machine Gun (SMG).
  • The police post where the theft occurred is located in Nyakishenyi Sub-county, Rukungiri District.

Sources:

  • Nile Post. "Police on High Alert After Theft of Firearm in Rukungiri District". 2025.
  • AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com). Distributed by.

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