In an interview on Thursday evening, Mawein stated that the chiefs have three days to locate the culprits and recover the stolen cattle, or they will face re-arrest.
The released chiefs are Ayii Agiu Deng, Nyang Monyluak, Deng Ayuel Deng, Madut Chol Mayen, and Deng Aleu Madut.
Mawein emphasised the importance of maintaining peace across the county and curbing cattle rustling, which he described as an “endemic” issue in the region. He instructed the chiefs to visit cattle camps where the looted animals are believed to be held.
“I told the chiefs to report back in three days with the cattle and culprits. Without doing that, they would return to custody until they bring the culprits,” he said.
The commissioner stated that the ultimatum will elapse after three days and they are urged to go directly to the kraal or cattle camps where they are suspected to have kept the looted cattle.
Cattle looting remains a persistent problem in Warrap and other parts of South Sudan. Authorities urge residents to refrain from such acts, which they say hinder development and fuel recurring conflicts.
