NATIONAL
Security forces in the South Karamoja region have recovered three firearms in a bid to maintain law and order. Despite the ongoing campaign to encourage voluntary surrender of firearms without fear of prosecution, some districts in the south have seen limited progress. Moroto, Napak, Amudat, and Nakapiripirit are still facing challenges in embracing the presidential amnesty, leading to isolated incidents such as cattle theft.
One such incident occurred in Kosike Subcounty, Nabilatuk District, where 94 goats and sheep were stolen. Joint security forces worked together to recover the stolen livestock. In response to these incidents, security forces have launched an organized operation to retrieve arms from armed criminals in the Alakas and Nakabaat areas. This operation led to the recovery of three firearms from unidentified warriors.
The operation proved successful, resulting in the recovery of three firearms:Gun number 50292 with 5 rounds,gun number 38110 with 0 rounds.
These firearms were forcefully retrieved from unidentified warriors following a cordon and search operation in Nakabat village, Rupa Subcounty, Moroto District. Additionally, an SMG rifle with registration number 11253 and 5 rounds was forcefully recovered from Tingaz village in Alakas, Amudat District as confirmed by IP Longole Mike Public Relations Officer MT Moroto/ASTU
Security forces remain committed to ensuring peace and stability throughout Karamoja, and have appealed to the Karacunas in the southern region to embrace the presidential amnesty fully. By voluntarily surrendering firearms to the government, individuals can contribute to a safe and stable community.
