14 September 2013Kigali-Rwanda

A grenade exploded Saturday afternoon in Kicukiro District, Kicukiro Sector. One person died and eight others sustained minor injuries.

The injured are admitted at the Rwanda Military Hospital and the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK).

One person was apprehended after a tip-off by the public.

Rwanda National Police asks the public to remain calm as investigations continue to bring to justice whoever is behind the attack.

It extends its condolences to the families of the victims and thanks the general public for their continued cooperation and support.

The public is reminded to use the following Police lines to provide information related to security: 112, 0788-31-11-62, 0788-31-11-63, 0788-31-15-50.

ACP Damas GatarePolice Spokesperson