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19-year-old arrested for allegedly raping elderly woman in Pajule

23 October 2024, 6:03 pm

PRO Aswa East IP Oloya Joe.

By Otim Moses Arapmoi

Police in Pajule town council, Pader district, are holding a 19-year-old man for allegedly raping a 64-year-old woman. The victim has been identified as Adong Marcelo, a resident of Awalmon village in Pajule town council, Pader district.

It is alleged that on the October 15, 2024, at midnight, Mr. Lubangakene Patrick, 19, entered Adong’s home, grabbed her and forcefully had sexual intercourse with her, causing damage to her genitalia.

According to the Aswa East Police Spokesperson, IP Joe Oloya, the case was reported at Pajule Police Station by the Awalmon LC1 Chairperson.

He added that the victim recorded a statement at Pajule Police Station and was referred for medical attention. IP Oloya also said that the suspect has been arrested and is in police custody as investigations continue.

He mentioned that Lubangakene will be arraigned in court soon once his case file is ready. He appealed to the community to remain vigilant and work closely with the police to fight crime in the region.

IP Joe Oloya.

The case of the rape has been recorded under CRB164/2024 at Pajule Police Station in Pader district.