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8 July 2024, 13:53
Bongtiko subcounty chairman arrested for animal theft
By Lakomekec Kinyera In a significant crackdown on livestock theft, Mr Lugela Kilama John Bosco, the chairperson of Bongtiko subcounty, was arrested alongside three others on Sunday, 7 July 2024. The community alleges that the suspects misused their official positions…
2 July 2024, 8:35 pm
Police summons Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Amolatar
By Ejang Sarah and Desire Ocen Paul Mpiiwa, the Chief Administrative Officer of Amolatar district, faces allegations of abuse of office and misuse of public funds, prompting a police investigation. Paul Mpiiwa, the Chief Administrative Officer of Amolatar district, was…
24 June 2024, 1:48 pm
Police recovers stolen gun in Oyam district
By Chris Woo Police in Oyam district have recovered a gun that was reportedly stolen by a security guard in Minakulu Subcounty. Last week, it was reported that an AK-47 was stolen by Okwir Patrick, a security guard attached to…
19 June 2024, 10:54 am
Officer in Charge Oyam prison arrested over death of inmate
By Chris Woo The officer in charge of Oyam prison has been arrested and charged with murder following the fatal shooting of a 20 year old inmate, Daniel Otim, during an escape attempt. The arrest of SP Sserukuma Karim came…
19 June 2024, 10:47 am
Kwania civil servants on the spot over child neglect
By Joshua Olomo Kwania Police in Kwania district have issued a stern warning to civil servants against child neglect, prompted by multiple complaints received by the Child and Family Protection Unit. The warning was issued on June 18, 2024 during…
18 June 2024, 9:47 am
Missing 13-year-old rescued after nearly two months
By James Muhumuza Kitone and the local community erupted in jubilation, expressing gratitude to the police and the public for their unwavering support in reuniting the family. 13-year-old Kitone Biija has been found alive in Hoima city after enduring a…
17 June 2024, 9:47 am
Police uproots marijuana grown in Oyam district
The territorial police in Oyam district have launched a major crackdown on marijuana trade, led by IP Riomoi Terence. During the operation, a substantial amount of marijuana was confiscated, and a key cultivator, Owiny Denis, was arrested. By Chris Woo…
13 June 2024, 4:45 pm
Suspected thief in Apac flees lynching, motorbike burnt to ashes
By Mike Okwang Ogule & Isaac Newton Abili Residents of Amilo village, in Amiiamilo parish, Ibuje subcounty in Apac district are appealing for help to stop the rampant theft of poultry and animals within their area. This came to the…
7 June 2024, 11:17 am
12 arrested over theft of census gadgets in Oyam
By Chris Woo The territorial police in Oyam district have arrested the district Information Technology Officer and 11 Subcounty supervisors over loss of computer tablets and power banks that were used during the recently concluded national housing and population census.…
5 June 2024, 10:40 pm
Two arrested for misappropriating PDM funds in Amolatar
By Alphonce Odur Ojok Chief Administrative Officer Amolatar, Paul Mbiwa, noted that despite the significant government investment, the mismanagement of funds by SACCO leaders necessitated the commencement of audit inquiries. Mbiwa added that Parish Chiefs and Community Development Officers (CDOs)…