NYAMAGABE, Rwanda – Police in Nyamagabe District have arrested a man accused of killing his 101-year-old father after allegedly assaulting him while under the influence of alcohol.
The incident occurred in Buhiga Village, Nyanza Cell, Cyanika Sector, where the victim, Ruhara Charles, lost his life.
According to information obtained by local media ‘UMUSEKE’, the suspect, identified as Nyaminani Vianney, reportedly returned home intoxicated before attacking his elderly father, resulting in his death.
Residents who gathered at the scene expressed shock and sadness over the tragedy, describing it as heartbreaking that a centenarian who had lived for more than a century was allegedly killed by his own son.
“It’s painful to see a man who had reached such an advanced age lose his life in this manner, especially at the hands of someone who should have been caring for him,” one resident said.
Nyamagabe District Mayor Niyomwungeri Hildebrande confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspect is being held at the Gasaka Police Station as investigations continue.
“The suspect has been arrested and is currently detained at the Police Station in Gasaka Sector,” the mayor said.
Authorities have not yet established the nature of the relationship between Nyaminani Vianney and his father prior to the incident.
Mayor Niyomwungeri also confirmed that the body of Ruhara Charles was to be transferred to Kigeme Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Police investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killing are ongoing.