Court Appearance in Nimule
The municipal court in Nimule, Eastern Equatoria, opened proceedings Monday against eight young men accused of breaching public order, marking the first formal hearing in case 177.
Details of Case 177
Inspector Major David Kasmiro told Eye Radio that the suspects had allegedly attacked an immigration officer and intimidated shoppers at local markets in separate incidents last week.
No additional arrests were recorded during the ongoing sweep, Kasmiro noted, adding that some suspected accomplices slipped across the Ugandan border while others remained in hiding.
Fresh Assault Near Jebel Estate
The police chief confirmed a new assault at Jebel Residential Area on Monday morning, in which one resident sustained minor injuries after a clash with an unidentified gang member now being pursued by investigators.
Call for Community Involvement
Urging collective vigilance, Major Kasmiro appealed to parents to counsel their children and to churches and traditional leaders to reinforce moral guidance that deters youth from criminal networks.
“Let us work together to build a stronger, more peaceful Nimule,” he said, underscoring the belief that lasting security relies on active citizen participation.
Regional Security Outlook
Local analysts observe that improved policing near the South Sudan–Uganda frontier could curb cross-border flight of suspects, but emphasize sustained dialogue with youth groups to address underlying unemployment and social frustrations.