Shocking Incident in Rwinkwavu: 65-Year-Old Man Attacked by Daughter-in-Law
A shocking event happened in Rwinkwavu when a 65-year-old man was attacked in Rwinkwavu by his own daughter-in-law. This violent family fight surprised many people living in the area.
Family Conflict Behind the 65-Year-Old Man Attack in Rwinkwavu
The 65-year-old man met his daughter-in-law by chance while walking on a village road in Rwinkwavu Sector, Kayonza District, Eastern Rwanda. Witnesses said they quickly started arguing about old family problems.
What Happened During the Attack
In the middle of the argument, the daughter-in-law bit the man’s ear very badly. She bit it so hard that part of his ear was cut off. Many neighbors were shocked to see such a violent fight between family members.
One local person said,
“They had fought before about family issues. That day, they just met on the road and started arguing again. Then the young woman jumped and bit him badly.”
Medical Help and Police Investigation After the 65-Year-Old Man Was Attacked in Rwinkwavu
The injured man was taken quickly to a nearby health center to get medical help. Doctors said his condition is stable but he needs care for his injury.
Police Open Case on the Attack
Local police officers were called to the scene. The Rwanda National Police (RNP) started an investigation to understand why the attack happened. The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) said family violence cases like this happen but are often ignored until they become serious.
Why Are Attacks Like This Happening? Long Family Conflicts
Neighbors believe the attack came from long-running family problems between the man and his daughter-in-law. People said they had many disagreements before, but no one expected such violence.
The Need to Solve Family Problems Peacefully
Many people in Rwinkwavu are now worried and want families to find peaceful ways to solve problems. One woman said,
“We are tired of seeing families fight like this. People must learn to solve problems without violence.”
Domestic Violence Cases Are Growing in Rwanda
This attack is one example of the rising number of domestic violence cases in Rwanda. Many groups, like Rwanda Women’s Network (RWN), encourage people to speak out against violence in the home. They want to protect vulnerable people, especially older adults.
Community Actions to Reduce Family Violence
Rwanda is working hard to reduce family violence. Local leaders organize meetings called community dialogues where people talk about ways to stop violence and live peacefully.
Local Government Advice After the 65-Year-Old Man Was Attacked in Rwinkwavu
The Kayonza District government reminds people to report family conflicts early before they become dangerous. They ask anyone facing violence or threats to contact the police or local support centers. The Ministry of Health Rwanda (MoH) also supports victims through medical and social services.
