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A resident of Kotido district has been killed in what authorities believe is a targeted attack by suspected armed Karimojong cattle rustlers, amid rising concerns over retaliation against individuals suspected of aiding security forces.
The victim, 32-year-old Longola Nakuny of Napoong Cell in Lokitelaebu town council, was shot dead around 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday while returning home. He was hit three times—twice in the chest and once in the head. His death follows a similar killing just weeks earlier, raising alarm over an emerging pattern of violence targeting alleged informants.
On June 16, a UPDF soldier on study leave, Lance Corporal Francis Ilukol Lowok Dedeng, was gunned down at Kanalobai trading centre, also reportedly for suspected collaboration with the army.
In Nakuny’s case, local sources revealed he had recently been seen at a UPDF detachment and speaking with soldiers, fuelling suspicions among the rustlers. Police have confirmed the incident and launched investigations, with one suspect already in custody and four others being pursued.
Kotido District Police Commander Hussein Ssekalema urged residents to support the probe by sharing relevant information. Meanwhile, Deputy Resident District Commissioner John Magezi condemned the attack, cautioning that such killings could undermine recent security improvements in the region. He warned youth against engaging in criminal acts and assured the public that those responsible will face justice through the court martial system.
The incident underscores the fragile security situation in Karamoja, where suspected collaboration with security agencies can quickly turn deadly.
