Phillip Madima, a resident in Enjeva, one of the black spots, calls upon security forces to involve locals and their leaders in operations so that they can assist in identifying suspects and contribute to curbing the vice.
Residents living along the Arua–Nebbi highway are calling for security forces to collaborate with them in a bid to address the cases of highway robbery reported in the areas.
Robbery cases have been registered along the highway, especially in areas like Bondo, Enjeva, Dubai, Kuluva, and Odia, where suspected robbers mainly target cargo vans and buses at night.
Phillip Madima, a resident in Enjeva, one of the black spots, calls upon security forces to involve locals and their leaders in operations so that they can assist in identifying suspects and contribute to curbing the vice.
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In November last year, three people found with goods robbed from a night-bound bus belonging to California Bus Services were arrested by police in Arua, following previous arrests made in connection with the crime.
The area LC 1 Chairperson of Yivu Village, Boniface Aluma, regrets that they are not involved in operations and now proposes dialogue with community members to address the issue.
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Police, however, note that security along the Arua–Nebbi highway has greatly improved of late, as they have intensified regular night operations along the highway.
West Nile Regional Police Spokesperson, Collins Asea, pledges teamwork with the community and other stakeholders but suggests that the poor road condition needs to be improved as well.
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It is noted that the robberies mainly happen when vehicles reduce speed while climbing the sloppy areas and passing spots with deep potholes on the road. The suspected robbers take advantage of these slowdowns to climb on vehicles and push down goods.
Sabir Musa
Freelancer