Summary:
The cattle were stolen from Onen Willy, a resident of Baralabwo Village in Potika Sub-County, Lamwo District.
KITGUM: Police in Kitgum District are holding four men for allegedly stealing three heads of cattle from Potika Sub-County in Lamwo District.
The suspects were intercepted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, in Kitgum Municipality while transporting the stolen animals to an animal market in Lira District.
According to police reports, the cattle were stolen from Onen Willy, a resident of Baralabwo Village in Potika Sub-County, Lamwo District.
The suspects, Oloya Richard, Ongom Emmanuel, Oyoo Daniel, and Ogenrwot Harafat allegedly entered the bush, restrained the animals, and later called a driver to transport them.
ASP Peter Oyesigye, the Kitgum District Police Commander, said the suspects were apprehended at Conner Ayul in Pager Division with the assistance of the truck driver. Initially, the driver of the Fuso truck (Reg. No. UBL 724Q) was also arrested but was later released on bond to complete his transportation duties for other traders in Lira.
He is expected to return to Kitgum CPS to record a statement.
The stolen cattle have since been returned to their rightful owner, Mr. Onen Willy.
ASP Oyesigye expressed concern over the rising cases of livestock theft, particularly during the dry season. He urged stakeholders to collaborate in addressing the issue and reducing incidents of cattle theft.
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