The arrest of a suspected serial killer in Rwanda has sent shockwaves rippling throughout the nation.
In a country where murder cases are typically infrequent, the discovery of more than 10 bodies buried at a house in the capital city of Kigali has captivated public attention.
Our correspondent, Jean Claude Mwambutsa from the BBC, visited the site located in Kicukiro, a hilly suburb of the city, and captured these compelling images.
Neighbors have reported that the man had occupied the residence for over a year. Police were initially dispatched to evict him due to unpaid rent, and during this process, the man’s behavior raised suspicions, eventually leading to his confession of the murders.
Subsequently, on Tuesday, law enforcement officers revisited the property to initiate an investigation, focusing their efforts on the kitchen.
It was in this very location that the suspect had informed the police he had concealed the bodies of his victims.
Local residents have confirmed that the man had been residing alone in the rented property.
While the victims’ identities remain undisclosed at this point, a police spokesperson has informed the state broadcaster that a majority of them were women he had encountered at bars.
As of now, the 34-year-old suspect has not yet faced formal charges in court, as investigations are still underway.