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Army says it seized more weapons and arrested Lt Gen Peter Elwelu's driver as search continues

Violence & Conflict Disputed Uganda (national) 29 Oct 2026 Severity: 2/5

In a statement on Thursday, CDF Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba said the military had found more guns and ammunition hidden in different places, arrested Elwelu's driver and seized the vehicle he had been using, warning that anyone helping him would face consequences. ChimpReports reports the army had not disclosed the number of weapons, the charges or evidence of an armed rebellion, and Elwelu's family disputes the allegations.

A national event, not tied to one district.

Disputed: The army accuses Elwelu of treachery and hiding weapons, while a relative says he is being framed and is hiding out of fear for his life.

Numbers

1 arrested or detained

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