Police in Arua City have arrested a man suspected of attempting to transport more than 1,000 rolled sticks of marijuana using a Link bus.
The suspect, identified as Godfrey Eguma, was arrested on Thursday afternoon at the Link bus terminal in Arua City as he allegedly prepared to board a bus heading to Masindi.
According to the West Nile Regional Police Spokesperson, Josephine Angucia, the suspect was found with the suspected marijuana, locally known as Jaye, wrapped in a red cloth.
The exhibits seen by NBS West Nile reportedly contained more than 1,000 rolled sticks of the substance.
Police have not provided further details regarding the suspect's intended destination beyond the reported journey to Masindi or the circumstances surrounding the alleged transportation.
In Uganda, cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, is regulated by law. Its cultivation, possession and use are subject to legal restrictions, with any permitted activities requiring authorization under the applicable legal framework.
The arrest comes amid continued efforts by security agencies to combat the illegal possession and transportation of narcotic substances across the country.
