Police in Nateete have recovered two suspected stolen cattle following a swift and coordinated early morning operation.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson SP Racheal Kawala, officers received intelligence at approximately 04:00am on Wednesday about a motor vehicle reportedly transporting suspected stolen cattle. Acting promptly on the tip-off, police intercepted a silver Toyota X-Trail, registration number UAS 521W, in Busega opposite the main market.
“Officers immediately acted on the intelligence and intercepted the vehicle, leading to the recovery of two live cows believed to have been stolen,” SP Kawala said.
Upon interception, the occupants of the vehicle abandoned it and fled the scene. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the recovery of the two animals.
The vehicle has since been impounded and is currently parked at Nateete Police Station as investigations continue.
Authorities have registered a case of being in possession of suspected stolen cattle to facilitate further inquiries.
Police say efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the suspects involved.
