According to local leaders, the insecurity which is currently experienced in the region is being promoted by some to gain political ground rather than campaigning for peace.
Brig Gen Felix Busizoori, the UPDF 3rd Division Deputy Commander says that they received information from the concerned community that their area leaders have extorted money to the tune of 2 million Shillings to secure the release of the suspected criminals. He adds that they are taking the matter seriously because the practice is a threat to peace in the region.
Karamoja region is currently dry and pastoralists have resorted to burning the bushes to facilitate rat hunting, tick killing and to allow fresh grass sprout for their animals.
The region has experienced continuous waves of cattle raids mainly fueled by revenge attacks and cattle raiding among the communities of Jie, Bokora, Pian, Dodoth, and Matheniko.
Remigio Achia, the chairperson Karamoja parliamentary group earlier asked president Museveni to provide protection for intelligent informers as they are a soft target
