In a shocking incident in Uganda, a soldier James Tolit Opio, allegedly shot and killed his boss, an Indian national, over a pay dispute before turning the gun on himself. This happened today Friday as the soldier felt it was enough of his boss working for free.
While at a construction site in Namasale Town Council, Amolatar District, the gruesome act happened and thus sending shockwaves through the community. The soldier, identified as Private James Tolit Opio, 38, was assigned to guard the site of Royal Velko Joint Venture Ltd, a company contracted for a water pipe system project.
Opio reportedly complained to his fellow guards about insufficient allowances. He then confronted his boss, 41-year-old Thirumalesh Itikala, the site engineer and manager, shooting him in the chest while Itikala was on the phone.
It is reported that after this, he then fled the scene but tragically took his own life shortly after. Both men were pronounced dead at Amolatar Health Center IV. Police are investigating the incident, urging better communication and problem solving in the workplace.
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This tragic event shows the critical need for open dialogue between employers and employees, particularly in high-stress environments. Remember, this is not the first time such is happening, as many bosses have lost their lives due to their guards due to payment disputes.
