Tag: Cattle theft

Court Sentences Two to Death, Seven to Life Over Susan Magara Murder

Court
The kidnappers held her captive for nearly three weeks, demanding up to $1 million before accepting about $200,000 (approximately UGX 700 million). During her captivity, they cut off two of her fingers and sent them alongside a video of her pleading for help to pressure her family into paying the ransom.

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Crime

GOMBA: 19-Year-Old Student Lynched over Cattle Theft

On April 9, 2024, nine individuals were arrested in connection with ongoing cattle thefts at a state farm in Gomba. This operation was initiated after five cows were reported missing on March 29, 2024, leading to an investigation that uncovered a network of cattle dealers and farm workers involved in the thefts. Among those arrested was a veterinary officer who allegedly conspired with the dealers.
Crime

Five Cattle Thieves Escape Lynching in Luweero

In July 2024, residents in Koojo village took matters into their own hands by torching two vehicles suspected to be involved in cattle theft. This incident occurred when locals noticed unfamiliar vehicles near their house during the night.
Crime

UPDF Troops Foil Jie Warriors’ Cattle Theft Attempt, Retrieve...

The operation emphasized the UPDF's ongoing commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region as they continue to address challenges posed by cattle rustling and other forms of banditry.
Crime

GOMBA: Five Arrested in Connection to Cattle Theft at...

The Uganda police have in custody five suspects behind cattle theft at the State House farm in Kirasi, Gomba...
Politics

Opposition MPs Demand Government’s Accountability on Acholi Land Grabbing,...

The Leader of Opposition (LOP), Mathias Mpuuga has demanded for accountability from government in regards to issues of land...
National News

Four Karamoja Leaders, Traders Held Over Cattle Theft

The joint security forces of the UPDF and Police Anti-Stock-Theft Unit have arrested a total of 16 suspects, including...

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