Editor
A swift response by the Kabale District police on Monday thwarted an alleged goat theft in Nyakahanga cell, Northern Division. Bashabomwe Kenneth, a 32-year-old businessman, finds himself in police custody after officers discovered suspected stolen goats on his property.
According to reports from ASP Akanyijuka Andrew, the Officer in Charge of Kabale Station, the operation was prompted by a tip-off from a concerned citizen, Mugume Francis. Francis alerted authorities to suspicious activity at Kenneth’s residence, prompting law enforcement to investigate.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers found several goats, suspected to be stolen, within Kenneth’s compound. Despite claiming to have purchased the animals from an unidentified boda boda operator in Karukara, Rubanda district, Kenneth was unable to provide further details or lead officers to the alleged seller. This failure to cooperate raised suspicions of his involvement in the theft.
Kenneth was subsequently arrested and taken into custody at Kabale police station. He now faces charges related to the possession of suspected stolen property. Meanwhile, the goats in question remain in police custody as efforts are made to identify their rightful owners.
ASP Akanyijuka urged anyone missing a significant number of goats to come forward and report to the police station for identification and claim. Investigations into the incident are ongoing as authorities work to unravel further details surrounding the suspected theft.
The swift action by Kabale District police underscores their commitment to combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of residents. As inquiries continue, the community is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities promptly.
