Intercepted. The bullets were to be delivered by taxi to a 'client' in Butaleja
Security forces have intercepted a package containing bullets that was reportedly being transported to Butaleja, and arrested two people as investigations continue.
According to information received by the security team, a boda boda rider delivered the package to a taxi driver, who was expected to take it to someone in Butaleja. The driver became suspicious and arranged for the package to be checked. An inspection reportedly found bullets inside.
The boda boda rider fled after the package was opened. He is said to have contacted the package’s owner to explain what had happened. Another rider was then reportedly sent to retrieve the package, with the intention of concealing it and continuing its journey to Butaleja.
Security forces intercepted and arrested the second rider. They also arrested another person who had arrived to plead on the suspect’s behalf. The two suspects were handed over to Jinja Road Police Station, where they are being held as inquiries continue.
Investigators are seeking to establish the circumstances surrounding the bullets, their intended destination and the identities of those behind the attempted delivery. The account provided did not identify the suspects or specify when or where the interception took place.
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