Nakaseke, Uganda – March 4, 2025: Police in Nakaseke District are investigating a tragic case of murder and attempted suicide that took place on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Kaweweta Basic Military Training School.
According to a statement by ASP Twiineamazima Sam, the PRO of the Savannah Region, the incident occurred at around 3:00 PM but was reported later at 6:00 PM at Kyinyogoga Police Station. The suspect, Lance Corporal Sserunkuma Denis, a soldier attached to the training school, allegedly shot and killed his wife, Kebirungi Kella Adyeri, before attempting to take his own life.
Preliminary reports suggest that the couple, who lived together in the Kaweweta army barracks, had been quarreling throughout the day because the deceased had refused to prepare food. At around 3:00 PM, Adyeri ran out of their grass-thatched house, pursued by Sserunkuma, who was armed with a submachine gun. The suspect allegedly shot her in the head, killing her instantly. He then turned the gun on himself, shooting himself in the chin, but survived.
Upon receiving the report, police responded swiftly, documenting the scene and recording statements from witnesses. The suspect was taken to Kaweweta Military Health Center IV for medical treatment, while Adyeri’s body was transported to Bombo Military Hospital for a postmortem examination. The army has taken custody of all exhibits for further investigation.
Authorities have assured the public that updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.