A Rwandan soldier on Wednesday opened fire in a bar and killed five civilians in Nyamasheke district, Western Province of the country.
Edum News gathered that the soldier committed the crime following an alleged altercation with a group of people he was hanging out with in a bar.
The tragedy was confirmed by the Rwandan Defence Force (RDF) who identified the gunman as a 39-year-old sergeant Minani Gervais.
The RDF further revealed that the suspect has been arrested and would ensure that he faces the rot of the law.
The Force also expressed its sincere condolences to the families of the deceased while praying that their souls will rest in peace.
The statement by RDF reads, “Rwanda Defence Force deeply regrets the tragic incident that occurred in a bar in Rusharara Cell, Karambi Sector of Nyamasheke District, where Sgt Minani Gervais (39 years), allegedly fatally shot five civilians in the early morning hours of 13 November 2024.
“The RDF has arrested the suspect and will take necessary legal action against him. The RDF extends its deepest condolences to the grieving families and friends of the victims.”
