In a chilling turn of events in Rwanda, authorities have arrested a suspected serial killer after a shocking discovery of more than 10 bodies buried in a hole in the suspect's kitchen in the capital city, Kigali. The arrest comes after nearly 10 months of killings that have left the nation in shock and disbelief.
The 34-year-old suspect allegedly lured victims, primarily prostitutes, from local bars to his rented home in Kicukiro, a suburb of Kigali. The gruesome revelation has sent shockwaves throughout the country, leaving many questions unanswered.
Initially arrested in July on suspicion of robbery, rape, and other offenses, the suspect was granted bail due to a lack of evidence. However, investigations into his activities continued, eventually leading to his rearrest on Tuesday.
During the search of his home, authorities made the gruesome discovery of over 10 mutilated bodies buried in a pit he had dug in his own kitchen. The motive behind these heinous acts remains unknown as investigations are ongoing.
A source within the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) revealed that the actual number of victims might be as high as 14, though this figure has yet to be confirmed. RIB spokesman Thierry Murangira emphasized that "the final number will be determined by forensic investigations."
The suspect reportedly confessed to the killings during interrogations, revealing that he had learned his brutal methods by studying famous serial killers. He had a sinister modus operandi, stalking victims who were less likely to have close family or friends looking out for them.
The preliminary investigation has unveiled that the victims included both males and females, with the suspect robbing them of their belongings, including phones, before strangling them to death. Their lifeless bodies were then callously disposed of in a makeshift grave within his own home.
As the nation grapples with the horror of these events, authorities are working diligently to uncover the full extent of the crimes and understand the motives behind them. The suspect now remains in custody, awaiting the conclusion of investigations that will shed light on this gruesome series of murders.
