Police in Mbarara District have arrested a Manchester United fan for allegedly transporting suspected stolen meat believed to have been obtained from three cows.
The suspect has been identified as 41-year-old Milton Rutagiira, who was arrested last night during an intelligence-led police operation.
According to police, Rutagiira was found transporting the suspected stolen meat and told officers that he was taking it to Bwera in Kasese District.
Police have since taken the suspect into custody as investigations continue to establish the source of the meat and the circumstances under which the three cows were allegedly slaughtered.
Authorities are expected to establish whether the meat was stolen and identify any other people who may have been involved.
The suspect remains in police custody pending further investigations and possible charges.
