Upon searching their bags, officers recovered pangas, breaking implements, and two suspected stolen phones.
Crime & Investigations
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Motor vandalism increases as police intensify theft operations in Albertine
Police PRO for Albertine, Julius Allan Hakiza, noted that in the last weeks, they registered a decrease in motor theft, but with an increase in vandalism on vehicles.
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Eng. Moses Michael Odongo Okune vs Olobo Odur and Polycarp Omor – updates
On April 15, it came up for a defence hearing before His Worship Geoffrey Akena. However, the complainant and his lawyer were not present in court.
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UPDF soldier sentenced to 30 years for the 2024 Kole brutal murder
On June 29, 2024, Private Okello instructed his wife, Ejang Doris, whom he suspected to be in love with Opio Geoffrey, to lure Opio Geoffrey to their home, where he violently killed him.
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Wananchi storm Dokolo police station, kill suspect
The police have urged members of the public are urged to always hand over suspects to relevant authorities for proper investigation and legal action.
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South Korea’s willingness to share its advanced military technology with UPDF
Col Kim Seha praised the UPDF for its role in maintaining peace and stability both within Uganda and across the region.
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Kibaale’s thief known as “god” killed by mob – police launch investigation
The body of “god” was taken to Kibaale Health Centre IV for postmortem.
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Key suspects aged 13, 16, and 20 in Lira City burglary and theft case arrested
Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects gained entry into the complainant’s house by breaking through the door.
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Iron sheets! Nandutu sentenced 4 years, barred 10 years from holding public office
This sentence makes it clear that no position of authority places one above accountability,
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MP Nandutu Agness to be sentenced on April 10 for OPM-iron sheets scandal
The court accordingly convicted Agnes Nandutu of dealing with suspect property contrary to section 21A(1) of the Anti-Corruption Act.
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Suspected criminals attack Apac Seed SS on Easter Day, 7 students injured
In the ensuing confrontation, all seven students sustained injuries, with three suffering severe wounds to the head, neck, hands, and ribs.
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Kokunda Patricia fatal shooting: Police arrest 4 suspects in eastern Uganda
Outstanding inquiries are ongoing to recover more key exhibits, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke assured the country on Monday.