In a shocking incident that unfolded in Soroti, a group of audacious criminals targeted St. Patrick Catholic Parish in Madera, Soroti City, breaking into the diocese kraal and making off with two cows belonging to the Soroti Diocese Bishop, Rt Rev. Dr. Joseph Eciru Oliach. The incident has raised concerns about the escalating rates of theft in the region.
The perpetrators of the crime executed their plan with precision, displaying a level of audacity that has left the community reeling. The targeted kraal, which housed the bishop’s prized cattle, fell victim to the thieves’ well-coordinated attack.
Meanwhile local authorities have launched an immediate investigation into the matter, aiming to identify and apprehend the culprits responsible for this brazen act.
However, the clergy, led by Rev Fr. Henry Agit, have condemned the theft and are advocating for a spiritual approach to address the crime.
The theft has not only caused financial losses for the bishop but has also dealt a blow to the community, as the stolen cattle played a vital role in supporting various charitable initiatives.
Julius Erogu, the Chairman of the Parish Council, echoed the sentiments of the clergy, emphasizing the gravity of the crime and the impact it has on the community he called on the police to expedite their investigations and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the pressing need for enhanced security measures in the region. The community is now urging the relevant authorities to bolster efforts in combating such criminal activities, including improved surveillance, increased patrols, and collaboration with the local population to gather valuable intelligence.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains hopeful that justice will be served and that the stolen cattle will be returned to their rightful owner. In the meantime, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for heightened vigilance and collective action to curb such acts of theft and safeguard the well-being of the community.