Minakulu-Oyam man found beheaded; 1 of 4 suspects lynched by mob
Police say they strongly condemn the act of mob action, which undermines the rule of law and denies suspects the right to a fair trial.
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Police say they strongly condemn the act of mob action, which undermines the rule of law and denies suspects the right to a fair trial.
The Albertine Regional Police PRO Julius Hakiza also disclosed that one suspect was arrested with the deceased’s mobile phone.
The apprehended individuals are strongly suspected of orchestrating a string of house break-ins, burglaries, and thefts throughout the town council.
Residents alleged that the parish chief of Olwero conspired with the sub-county chief and others to break into the store and steal the hoes.
Albertine Regional Police PRO SP Julius Allan Hakiza said both suspects were arrested to assist investigations, telling tndNews, Uganda, that the case file has since been forwarded to the Resident State Attorney for legal advice before prosecution.
The lawyers contend that the approval process lacked transparency and failed to reflect the true will of council members.
Last week, Obonyo traveled back to his home district in Dokolo, leaving his wife behind at the Muntu, where they had been engaged in farming activities.
This June, security personnel arrested a suspected South Sudanese gang leader believed to be linked to a criminal network operating across the Uganda–South Sudan border.
Ijuka Marvin is disqualified by the Anti-Corruption Act from holding any public office for 10 years from the date of his conviction.
The regional police have urged members of the public to respect government programmes and ensure that resources intended for beneficiaries reach the rightful recipients.
Different waves of motorcycle and vehicle thefts and crimes remain on the rise in the Albertine (Bunyoro) amid police efforts to fight the vice.
For many business owners in northern Uganda, the tragedy underscores the urgent need for stronger security measures.
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