Lira, Uganda | Police in North Kyoga Region have recovered household property stolen from the home of a resident in Lira City West Division, following a burglary that occurred on the night of 30 September 2025.
The victim, identified as Onyii Brian, reported the break-in to Lira City West Division Police.
A joint team of detectives, canine handlers, and uniformed officers responded on 1 October 2025 at about 8:00am.
Upon inspection of the scene, officers noted visible barefoot marks, prompting the deployment of a police dog.
The canine tracked the scent through gardens, vegetation, and several homes before leading investigators to a grass-thatched house in Akolodong Cell, Amuca Ward, approximately two kilometres from the crime scene.
A search was conducted at the premises, and officers recovered all the stolen items.
The property included three plastic chairs (one blue and two light blue), one blue plastic table, a 32-inch Global Star television, a Golden Star 70-amp solar battery, one inverter, one wheelbarrow, a striped long-sleeve shirt and black cap, four circuit breakers and three bulbs, one extension cable, a television remote and wall mount, one bedsheet, three green plastic cups, a pair of curtains, two green carpets, one lamp holder, and a television box cover.
The recovered items were transported to Lira City West Division Police Station as exhibits.
Police said statements are being recorded, and a case file will be forwarded to the Resident Chief State Attorney (RCSA) for perusal and legal guidance.
North Kyoga Regional Police Spokesperson, SP Patrick Jimmy Okema, confirmed the successful recovery and highlighted the role of the canine unit in combating burglary and theft.
He said the unit has consistently supported operations by leading officers to recoveries and, in some cases, arresting suspects.
SP Okema urged residents to report incidents promptly and preserve crime scenes to aid investigations.
“Timely reporting and protection of evidence at crime scenes remain vital in helping police bring offenders to justice,” he stated.
Police say they will continue strengthening community security operations in Lira City West Division and across the North Kyoga Region.
