1.   Hoffman said they allegedly broke into several farm houses in the district in recent months and stole firearms used to kill rhinos.

2.   The attackers also stole firearms from their victims, Superintendent Henry Budram, a police spokesman, said.

3.   The statement said that several firearms were stolen but gave no figure.

4.   After killing Manning, the men stole his firearm.

5.   There has been a resurgence in rebel activities in central Uganda during which armed gangs have been raiding police stations and stealing firearms, police uniforms and communication equipment.

6.   Police spokesman Jan Combrink said motives for the attacks on policemen were mainly to steal their firearms, to evade arrest or hatred and revenge.

7.   Reports have said Manning was shot twice, his ears were cut off and his firearm was stolen.