Police in Masaka City, Central Uganda, are conducting investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of a private security guard who reportedly shot himself.
The deceased, identified as Mesach Matte, 34, was employed by Time Corp Security Company Ltd and had been assigned to guard Kampala University Masaka campus in New Kumbu, a suburb of Masaka City.
According to preliminary findings, Matte had been dealing with unresolved family issues, which may have contributed to his decision to end his life.
His body was discovered by students who had arrived for lectures on the morning of February 21, 2025. They immediately informed the university administration, which then alerted the police.
Southern Regional Police Spokesperson Twaha Kasirye confirmed the incident and urged the public to seek help from professional counselors or trusted individuals when facing personal challenges.
Authorities recovered the firearm used in the incident and transported the body to Masaka Regional Referral Hospital for a postmortem examination as investigations continue.