AMOLATAR, UGANDA – The territorial Police in Amolatar District have apprehended one Okello Moses, aged 18, on allegations of murder by assault following the death of Okwang Jacob, aged 22, a resident of Alelangao "B" village, Odyaka parish, Muntu Sub-County in Amolatar District.
The incident occurred on 26th October 2026 at around 0900 hours at Alelangao "B" village. The report was registered at Muntu Police Station by Okello Tom, aged 60, a peasant farmer and resident of the same area.
Preliminary information indicates that on the fateful day, the deceased had a quarrel with the suspect, Okello Moses, inside a house, which escalated into a fight. During the altercation, the suspect allegedly struck the deceased on the head with a hand hoe handle, leaving him unconscious. The deceased was rushed to Alelangao Health Centre, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
A case file of murder was registered at Muntu Police Station. The scene of crime was visited and documented, and relevant statements were recorded from witnesses and the reporter. The hand hoe handle alleged to have been used in the attack was recovered and exhibited as evidence.
The suspect has been arrested and is currently in police custody as investigations continue. The body was picked up and conveyed to Amolatar Health Centre IV pending postmortem.
Speaking on the incident, SP Patrick Jimmy Okema, Police Spokesperson for North Kyoga/Aswa West and Aswa East Regions, described the incident as "very unfortunate" and appealed to members of the public to find the best approach to resolving disagreements in order to avoid death. He confirmed that once investigations are complete, the file will be compiled and submitted to the Resident State Attorney for perusal and legal guidance before the suspect appears in court.
