Independence: Prisoners released

Oct 09, 2013

Court in Rukungiri presided over by grade 1 magistrate; Duncan Sunday has released 59 inmates after sentenced them to community service as part of independence celebrations.

By CALEB BAHIKAHO

Court in Rukungiri presided over by grade 1 magistrate; Duncan Sunday has released 59 inmates after sentenced them to community service as part of independence celebrations.


During the launch of tree planting in Rukungiri on Tuesday, Duncan who is also chairperson district community service committee said, "I have sentenced them to plant 10 trees on Prison land within four hours only so that they can go back in the community and enjoy the independence celebrations," Sunday said.

Those released were found guilty of simple cases like theft, stealing of cattle, bodily harm and assault.

 

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