Sister missionaries slaughtered in Burundi in 2014, breakthrough in the case: presumed killer arrested in Parma
A 50-year-old Burundian man, suspected of involvement in the 2014 murders of three missionary sisters in Burundi, has been arrested in Parma, Italy.
In a significant development related to the brutal murders of three missionary sisters in Burundi back in September 2014, Italian authorities have arrested a 50-year-old Burundian man named Guillaume Harushimana. He is considered a key suspect, believed to have played a role as an instigator and logistical co-organizer of the crimes, which shocked the local and international communities. The sisters were Fatally attacked in their residence due to their refusal to assist Burundese militias in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The arrest was made by the Carabinieri in Parma following a custody order issued by the local court upon request from the public prosecutor's office. This case has drawn attention not only because of the heinous nature of the crime but also due to the ongoing issues of violence and instability in the region, particularly in light of the historical tensions in Burundi. The investigation has been coordinated by the prosecutor's office in Parma since the deceased sisters were part of the local diocese. This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by international humanitarian workers, especially in conflict zones, and highlights the need for continued efforts in the pursuit of justice for victims of such crimes.