The Soroti Chief Magistrate’s Court has sentenced Geoffrey Omedel to 18 months in prison for stealing essential gadgets belonging to Vision Group journalist Godfrey Ojore.
Omedel was convicted for breaking into Ojore’s residence in Pamba on the 30th of 2024, where he made off with a laptop, camera, mobile phones, and identification documents.
Hilda Bakanansa Walaga, the Soroti Chief Magistrate found compelling evidence against Omedel, which led to his conviction.
While Omedel received the sentence, his co-accused, John Ekwamu, was acquitted due to a lack of sufficient evidence linking him to the crime.
State prosecutor Doreen Adero had advocated for a five-year prison term and compensation for Ojore, arguing that the theft not only impacted Ojore personally but also hindered his professional duties as a journalist.
However, the court opted for a shorter sentence and denied the request for compensation. Following the ruling, Ojore expressed relief and gratitude, emphasizing that the verdict serves as a deterrent to others contemplating similar crimes.
By URN
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