Police in Khwisero are currently conducting an investigation into a tragic incident that occurred on Monday, May 1. A group of gold miners reportedly attacked and killed one of their own, Benjamin Opunde, 26, from Mwirembe village. The attack was carried out with machetes, after the group accused Opunde of sneaking back to the mine at night. Following the attack, his body was thrown into the Yala River. This heinous act shocked the local community, and the police are working tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.
According to reports, the argument between Opunde and his colleagues broke out after they accused him of breaking their rules by coming back to the mine at night. In response, they attacked him with machetes, causing fatal injuries. The attackers then threw his body into the Yala River, and it has yet to be recovered. This tragedy has deeply affected the community and has highlighted the dangers of illegal gold mining.
The search for Opunde’ s body is ongoing, and the police are working closely with the local community to gather information and bring those responsible to justice. Witnesses to the incident have provided statements to the detectives, which will be critical in identifying the perpetrators. This tragedy serves as a reminder of the importance of enforcing rules and regulations in the mining industry, especially in small- scale operations where safety measures may be lax.
Illegal mining is a common practice in many parts of Africa, where poor governance and poverty drive people to take risks in search of valuable resources. This tragic incident highlights the dangers associated with illegal mining, particularly in areas where regulations are not enforced. The use of machetes as a weapon in this attack underscores the urgent need for stricter controls on the possession and use of such weapons. The incident in Khwisero is a tragic reminder of the dangers of illegal mining and the need for stricter enforcement of safety measures and regulations.
by: martombevi