The incident occurred in Karongi Village, Nyarusazi Cell, Bwishyura Sector in Karongi District on July 22, 2024.
On the night of July 21st to 22nd, 2024, residents noticed the shed of Mukeshimana Dative on fire. Security patrols and residents rushed to extinguish the fire, but the pig inside did not survive.
After extinguishing fire, they saw another shelter belonging to Emmanuel Nshimyumukiza, which housed a calf, also up in flames but residents managed to save the calf before it was harmed.
Saïba Gashanana, the Executive Secretary of Bwishyura Sector, has told IGIHE that they went to the scene and spoke with the residents, but have not yet determined the exact cause of the arson.
He however, disclosed that three individuals have been arrested in relation to this case. 'Three people have been arrested on suspicion of setting these shelters on fire. They are detained at Rwanda Investigation Bureau [RIB] station in Bwishyura Sector,' he stated.
There are reports suggesting that the arson might be rooted in property disputes, but Gashanana mentioned that the information provided by residents could not be immediately verified.
They are waiting for the results of the investigation being conducted by relevant authorities.
Following the incident, a meeting was held in the area, attended by the Vice Mayor of Karongi District in charge of Economic Development, Theophile Niragire, and security personnel and other sector officials.
The authorities commended the residents and patrols for swift response to help their neighbors. They urged them to continue reporting incidents promptly and to seek assistance from authorities when conflicts arise.
IGIHE
Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/karongi-three-suspects-arrested-for-burning-livestock-shelters
