Police in Kitgum Municipality have arrested 16 individuals for allegedly disturbing the peace during Easter Day celebrations.
The arrests were carried out at various hangouts across the municipality, where the suspects were reportedly involved in fights, attempted fights, and other forms of disorderly conduct.
According to the Kitgum District Police Commander, Peter Oyesigye, three of the suspects were arrested in Gandyang Cell, Pandwong Division, on allegations of theft after residents alerted police.
“The 16 were arrested mainly from various hangouts in Kitgum Municipality, others fighting or attempting to fight, one causing disturbances during the celebration,” Oyesigye said.
He explained that the remaining 13 suspects will be screened at Kitgum Central Police Station, with those found to have committed serious offences to be arraigned in court, while others may be released with a caution.
Kitgum Deputy Resident District Commissioner, Komakech Walter Oyo, said the Easter celebrations were generally calm, with no major incidents reported.
“The celebration was generally calm and peaceful with no major incident reported in my office, as per the security report,” he said.
Oyo urged residents to maintain peace during Easter Monday and the days that follow. Police say the operation was part of efforts to ensure public safety and maintain law and order during the festive period. URN