Police in the north eastern district of Napak is looking for Simon Peter Mosing, the founder of the Church of Christ in Lorengecora Town Council for the alleged theft of cattle to finance the construction of his church.
Pr Mosing has since September 17, 2023 went into hiding to avoid being arrested after he was found red-handed selling the stolen cattle in Ongerepo village, Okulunyo sub-county, Katakwi district.
It is alleged that the pastor committed the offense alongside some of his church members when they raided cattle belonging to Etuko Akol of Kaitakomoi village in Lorengecora sub-county on September 16th, 2023.
One of the suspects already arrested, identified as Achop Lomongin has confessed that their motive was to steal cows and sell them to generate funds for constructing a permanent church building.
In his confession Achop alleges that the raid was spearheaded by their pastor.
Michael Longole, the Mt Moroto Regional Police Spokesperson, confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are ongoing.