The Shocking Case of Noela Rukundo

[@DarkCuriosities]

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[@oliviagreen7423]

Completely shocked her kidnappers not only set her free, but gave her the evidence of the phone recordings!🙏❤ So glad she is safe and well💯

[@cheesecake4648]

Imagine not having evidence...

[@Kari.F.]

That has to be extremely rare! She caught the break of a lifetime, but she will no doubt have to live with trust issues for the rest of her life.

[@TelzAll]

Those men will will sit at a table in heaven

[@joshortiz543]

@@Kari.F. Agreed. I haven't received the gift of faith in my life yet. But, there was something protecting that woman

[@shadae68]

They Knew Her Brother. That Made Them Not Want to Kill Her as Well

[@funnyteacherman]

Honestly, I'm concerned about what happened to his first wife. Did anyone ever look into her murder?

[@tapsars7911]

Same thoughts as mine actually .

[@NatureLover-62]

She probably met the same fate. As for Noela, she is a better woman than me because I wouldn’t forgive my husband if he set me up to be killed.

[@blackrabbit212]

It's almost a given that the poor woman was 'offed'.

[@sandrafaith]

Right?? Red flag! Red flag!

[@TelzAll]

Right lol

[@catatoblob8598]

I can't believe she forgave him. If I had a family member who tried to murder me that was getting out of jail in 6 years, I would be terrified.

[@diamondleigh7280]

Yes. She better be careful and not a fool... No way would I forgive so quickly... I believe she's taking the fact of surviving too lightly, forgiving him means more than likely he will probably be back in her life, and probably bed! Wow! I hope she is able to survive his abuse and possibly the next time for whatever reason he decides to kill her! Smh

[@marlataylor5435]

She needed to forgive him to get on with her life. That doesn't mean she ever forgets it or ever has anything to do with him again, just that she doesn't let hate and resentment rule her heart.

[@channelthree9424]

You can forgive without taking the person back or ever seeing them again. He is certainly a monster.

[@zorazorazorzzora8333]

She sounds stupid just stupid.. psst Sorry y’ll she a lil to kick with that foolishness.. bet she’s take that abuser back..

[@sarahb1862]

religion

[@tapsars7911]

The police should look into the death of Kalala's first wife's murder . He might have had her killed too .

[@merci1619]

I thought the same.

[@elizabethmcglothlin5406]

Gotta wonder about his first wife.

[@kimarencibia6511]

I was thinking the exact same thing!

[@greyLeicester]

True

[@trishpipkins]

My thoughts exactly.

[@cherrylee1103]

same thing i was thinking.

[@bjornodin]

Ikr??? 😳

[@littlereddstar5264]

Noela is a much better person than I am- I totally would have messed with him and made him think he was being haunted by my vengeful ghost.

[@ekramer2478]

Hell yeah. He really had that kind of thing coming honestly!

[@sms1511]

Yeah but I totally love that she made a dramatic entrence on the day of the wake, I like to think she was wearing shades while doing her public confrontation and taken them off 😎

[@tapsars7911]

So good that the murderer's did not believe killing women and children . Even monsters can be humane .

[@christopherirving7685]

so men are fair game? sounds about right murder is abhorent in all forms, their humane? lets hope they dont come for your son. Once taken a life your a danger to society and shouldnt be allowed out weather they killed a woman or a man

[@rrattle]

Yea obviously as long as you only murder men it's ok.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

No, monsters are monsters. These guys were just idiots.

[@sylverscale]

I'm sure what OP meant is that it was good for her that they at least have some sort of morals or humanity. Of course killing men is equally as bad. But their twisted morals saved her life. If they killed anyone else, they're still terrible people.

[@smb.]

sylverscale if they wanna be slow idiots I say let them.

[@trishazechel8402]

I have the utmost respect for this woman. As well as people who where hired to kill her.

[@trishpipkins]

Crazy story. So glad she lived through this. But he could get released in 6 years? Yikes.

[@JonathonWoodgate]

I’m Australian, living in Brisbane and I remember seeing this in the news! It made headlines when it happened!

[@Luubelaar]

I was living in Sydney then. I remember it too. One of those cases that makes you go "WTF???"

[@margyb7469]

I live in Melbourne and this is the first time I heard the story.

[@kiritawhai7488]

Ikr, where is the Australian media at? 😂 Make a movie hahaha

[@HoneyBee-br6hi]

I can imagine! So glad it was an happy ending!

[@oliveranderson7264]

Noela=From the French word for Christmas Rukundo=Love in Kirundi Her name literally means Christmas Love

[@moniquemc4553]

It’s pretty. Fitting name for her.

[@omaribrown7591]

If she was a virgo....that would explain some things

[@j.j.714]

Imagine if she were born in December too

[@lizahines2731]

I love that this video highlights the resilience and grace that so many black women possess that often goes overlooked

[@rockydify]

The thing that shocked me the most about this case is that they got receipts for the blood money!

[@MrsMritaP]

You caught that too? 😳🤔🤫💸

[@margyb7469]

Yeah that crossed my mind too.

[@nellykarikurubu1923]

Money transfer receipts

[@Carolbearce]

Wow, her kidnappers were amazing to do all they did for her.

[@xaraxania]

I think he had done this before, his last wife must have met a similar fate, she's a much better woman than me to forgive him, I hope she can one day find happiness with someone worthy of her

[@drumdad54sdl47]

God bless this beautiful lady and her second chance at life!

[@louisasmiles]

They were the nicest kidnappers. Ever. They must have really loved her brother.

[@MrsMritaP]

Blessings to her and her family. And her Brother!? It goes to show you you never know how much is riding on one's character and reputation. A rare "happy ending" story. Thank you DC.

[@callycatus]

Aaaw I'm so glad they set her free what a wonderful woman she is .. I pray she has a good life now and is free from any sort of bad intent to harm her ...Thankyou for her story ✨

[@trekker105]

You gotta wonder what this story getting out has done to those hitmen's bottom line.

[@catatoblob8598]

Since they also knew Noela's brother, it sounds like they were friends of the husband, in desperate need of money, rather than professional hitmen.

[@barrydysert2974]

i had heard this story. Your telling is far more inspirational. The gift of forgiveness benefits the forgiver the most.🖖

[@largedoglover99]

Is this the post that didn't work from a few days ago? This was a great video, thank you for the story!

[@diamondleigh7280]

Omg, he should have been given more time.... I would never trust him again, and would not allow him to be around our children... This man can't be trusted...

[@HoneyBee-br6hi]

What makes she would? Just because she said she forgives him and would let god handle him!? Like cmon! Smh

[@maryannebeauchamp1649]

Greetings 2 all DC folks. Luv these stories & especially r dear narrator. Plz stay safe all!

[@aliencat11]

What a remarkable woman. Thank you for sharing this. Stay well!

[@Freesavh1776]

HOLY SH! T!! This is an amazing story. The strength of this beautiful strong woman to let her anger & hurt pass so she can get on with her life raising her children. Then let god judge him. Just a great great woman.

[@sherriviz1055]

Wow. Crazy. Just goes to show that you just never ever fully know someone and their capabilities

[@watovit]

I'm sorry but I got a "Amazing Pooping Secret to Stay Effortlessly Thin" ad... Im sorry WAT 🤣🤣🤣 also: another great story Dark Curiosities ❤️

[@michellesartori6695]

Oh I get that ridiculous commercial on my phone at least 3 times every day and I HATE it. I rush to "skip ad" every single time so I STILL don't know WHAT their "secret pooping habit" is and I'm good with that! I'm Australian but I have a VPN so I get all the US commercials even if I'm connected to Europe. I'm tempted to pay for auto premium just to avoid them! Have a good day.

[@michellesartori6695]

I HATE the auto correct. I meant "YT" premium NOT "auto" premium!

[@drumdad54sdl47]

That ad busted into my viewing of the story right when the narrator was in mid-sentence.. I was thinking, what the..?

[@dominique3949]

Did the ad seem legit? Lmao😂🤣

[@ShariVoffs]

I know this story already but few stories has a relistning value like this one!

[@funkychicken1212]

Good job, Its an amazing story - The Crime Reel did this a few months ago as well. Thanks for covering the story of this remarkable woman

[@SamIAm10262]

Damn, what a story! She's a better person than I. There's no way I would have forgiven him. I wonder if he had his first wife killed as well.

[@Arckivio]

What an amazing case to pick, & they've got to be the nicest hit men I've ever heard of!!!

[@danieldeis7139]

Thank You Dark Curiosities for another awesome Video! Keep doing this. Keep posting content! I love you videos and Your Scottish Accent is soothing.

[@ktreznin5538]

Wow. She is an awesome lady! I would have totally effed with him - like, stand outside his windows and stare at him, move things around in his house when he's gone, make haunting phone calls... drive him insane.

[@primesspct2]

Wow she is one hell of a woman! Her positive outlook is amazing.

[@bobbaralawrence2002]

Noela is a better woman than I am. I plotted revenge in my mind for her. I would be his worst nightmare.

[@summonerstripclub4840]

I mean it seems in general agreement that he’s likely responsible for his first wife’s death, what a deranged pos

[@ellenlaird8857]

She’s a stunning looking lady.

[@AncestralReflections]

Ugh, really‽

[@HoneyBee-br6hi]

@@AncestralReflections yeah really! Scumbag! Her soul is more beautiful than yours could ever be.

[@AMYV3]

Thank you :) So happy this channel is growing this much. Love both channels ❤️🇨🇦

[@horrorgirl1986]

I hope you come out with more videos soon, I'm a Criminal Justice major and I'm very dedicated to helping people in cases like this in the future. Your voice is excellent telling these stories I love your channel

[@amandaramsay5934]

How cold hearted to try to kill the mother of your children.

[@riggs20]

I'm so impressed with her ability to forgive him. I don't think I could do it!

[@Cypress1600]

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[@iamabuki]

Thank you. Such a fascinating story. Noela is much classier than I would have been. Seems like her hubs may have done this to his first wife?

[@AveryTalksAboutStuff]

Wow! I can tell this one is gonna be crazy!

[@cutiepie_ava]

I'm from Melbourne, Australia and can not believe I have never heard of this case before!!! WTF

[@ErisstheGoddessofmanhwas]

Whene the killers have more heart than your own husband.

[@eleshasmith6064]

What a strong, courageous, wise, and beautiful woman.

[@beastyboyBlue]

6 years for putting a hit on your wife?? Unreal!!

[@temaswatinzima9850]

Who else came here after seeing a TikTok about Noela😭😭😭

[@Lizablue0608]

Hello all the DC fans! 💕

[@ginatrombetto1931]

Hi !!

[@mataaimasiku7530]

wow....the enemy is usually someone close

[@MrsMritaP]

I wonder how much Fetch Rewards would've gave them for those receipts. 🤔

[@maddiekoester7785]

Woah- Don’t think I’ve been this early. I don’t know what to say. But I love the video already.

[@alyciab7417]

Why did she need Belgian and Kenyan embassies to help her get to Australia?

[@mandywalkden-brown7250]

There is no Australian embassy or consulate in Burundi. Aus citizens are advised to contact either the Belgian Embassy in Burundi or the Australian High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya. Mind you, anyone would be damned silly to travel there in the first instance, it’s a lawless place all told, even without adding a homicidal husband to the mix. Aus government advice, in red, “Do not travel to Burundi”.

[@alecaquino4306]

Even some killers have a sense of honor.

[@ShannonMcLaughlin_PsyD]

What a beautiful and strong woman!! Hoping her life is good without that evil man!

[@kittymama6317]

Saw the title and just had to hear the story lol.

[@Serenablacklady]

This story is heartbreaking

[@HoneyBee-br6hi]

What!? this story is amazing!!! She’s still alive with her children!

[@quester09]

"surprise! I'm alive"

[@TawnyC_]

He was probably having the affair.

[@channelthree9424]

Exactly. That often happens. The cheater accuses the other person of cheating to take attention away from their own infidelity.

[@thetwelfth9987]

People: aw so glad this case ended well Me: *ain’t enough darkness in this curiosity*

[@stanislavkostarnov2157]

firstly, as chilling as it is, nothing has ended... this person did not get life, nor does prison usually make people better, hopefully, he will be either changed or internally to shocked to carry out the act again... but that is just that, HOPE, not certainty all will end well.

[@patriciarobinson8521]

Wow that is an amazing story.

[@rosierose8549]

Your audio in your ad is super low. But great video none the less.

[@KatXYZ]

Lol her captors kept the money 😂😂💀💀 definitely scammed that damn husband

[@mynameisnotimportant2854]

Cuz they knew he was weak asf

[@ImCarolB]

What a fabulous story! She needed to be a lot wiser in choosing men from a way back, though. Eight children to raise on her own.

[@skyefirenails]

I've never been in the position to say that the kidnappers were the good guys...

[@TedCruzisthezodiac]

I always find it crazy that because the plan failed the person who contracted a hit or attempted murder gets a less sentence. They wanted them dead and they should face the same punishment. Give this guy 25 to life with no possible parole until the 25 years.

[@funkychicken1212]

great job on the video

[@Sanakudou]

I have a feeling that the first wife was murdered in a similar scenario. It’s also likely he might have been using his second marriage for easy citizenship, considering how they met, having always intended to move on. It’s fine if she forgives him, people find a variety of ways to cope and process this kind of betrayal but I hope she isn’t intending on being in continuing the relationship when he gets released 😥

[@bjornodin]

Say what you will about crime stats and stranger danger... You're much more likely to be the victim of a violent crime at the hands of someone who is known to you. Great video as always and nice to see a happy ish sort of ending 🤗

[@kimchi_4870]

She is heavily protected!!🙌🏽👑

[@patriciajackson1457]

I’d like to suggest a story about Asha Degree, she went missing February 14, 2000, from Shelby, NC.please.

[@sandrafaith]

Noela is much more forgiving than I would be...

[@lindadeavours3327]

Noela is a strong woman . She knew how handle the situation. Apparently ,her husband is a known,but not liked , individual . The kidnappers knew her brother. Her husband lost. The captors released Noela with evidence. Noela 's faith is strong. The best to her & the children.

[@xxartimisxx]

Well that was a shocking story

[@effiemcdonald1830]

Those hitmen were in the wrong job (thankfully!)

[@blue_storybook3230]

Honey, you cant blame the devil when you are one.

[@ammagnolia]

I feel in these situations ankle bracelets should stay on a few years to make sure he doesn't come near her and if he does... They count it as second attempted murder.... Nine more years. That's bull. It's a Botched murder. And nine years???

[@lifewithlee6298]

Husband ( wish my wife was still alive ) Wife I’m still alive ( husband) oh ....

[@mathieuleader8601]

rumours of my death have been greatly exxaggerated

[@sylviaaloiseakinyi2072]

What an evil man, Glad he was arrested

[@hopedunkel2298]

There is no devil, humans choose evil.

[@MurdocNiccolas]

Your videos are so silent in comparison to most other youtube videos, great, but quite, silent but deadly?

[@972831]

The bad bitch at 7:53 is killing me

[@annnee6818]

Those are some kind assassins (if that even is a thing)... Wow

[@christinehuseby6884]

Wow!

[@barbaracatalano6299]

Wow..good for her!!

[@cheesecake4648]

Wow, attempt to murder 9 years?

[@nigelbond4056]

I’m not sure I’d be able to forgive my spouse should they attempt to murder me 🙁

[@nileist6666]

8 kids???? Wtf, ready built street gang

[@phinhnanthasone1231]

There I thought that she revived during the wake but this story is not bad either

[@genissefranklin796]

U r still gonna do the missing and murdered indigenous women videos?

[@waderaney7]

A strange case,sweetly told as usual ✔ 👋

[@laurametheny1008]

Thanks DC🙏🦌

[@amandafazio3662]

That beautiful woman/soul is a much better/stronger woman than me. I wouldn't have forgiven ANY "family" or "friend" for hiring hitmen to kill me. I would be scared to death if I was her if he gets out with a possibility of parole. I would have beat the shit out of my killer after approaching him/her at my wake with the people who were hired to kill me. Without a doubt Kalala murdered his first wife!!!!!

[@PesquisandoCuriosidades]

I simply loved!!! Each video is better than the other !!! I also have a Curiosities channel on KZbin.

[@johnnieking8307]

GIRL ONLY 6/9 YEARS?

[@queenelizabee7246]

he couldn't tame his urges to consider cheating on his wife therefore his conclusion was she must be cheating bc i want to all the time. it's her fault i can't go cheat. these are my assumptions.