Man,33, covered by soils in gold mine

BUSIA : A 33-year-old man has been confirmed dead after he was covered by soils in a gold mine in Busia District.

The Bukedi region police spokesperson Mr Sowali Kamulya, who confirmed the incident which happened at Asipeti village, Buteba Sub County, identified the deceased as Joseph Omongini and resident of Obokyeti village, Sukuda Sub County in Busia District.
"We (police) have started investigating the incident, "said Mr Kamulya.

He said the body of the deceased has been taken to Busia District hospital for postmortem as investigations continue.
Mr Kamulya further warned people against gold mining saying it's dangerous to their live.