Operatives of the Department of State Services on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, arrested two suspected arms couriers and recovered rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs) during an intelligence-driven security operation.
Security sources disclosed that the arrests followed sustained surveillance and actionable intelligence.
The operation resulted in the seizure of multiple RPG launchers and related military-grade equipment allegedly intended for unlawful distribution to criminal networks.
Authorities have not released details on the exact location of the arrests or the identities of the suspects, citing the need to preserve the integrity of ongoing investigations.
Preliminary assessments suggest the recovered weapons were being transported for illegal circulation to non-state actors, raising concerns about the continued proliferation of small arms and its implications for national security.
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Officials stated that the suspects are currently in custody and are assisting investigators with information that may aid in tracing the broader supply chain.
The seized weapons have been secured for forensic examination as part of efforts to determine their origin and dismantle trafficking networks.
Security agencies have intensified operations aimed at curbing arms smuggling and disrupting channels that supply illicit groups.
The DSS has yet to release an official statement regarding the operation as of the time of filing this report.
Authorities, however, reaffirmed their commitment to combating arms proliferation and enhancing security across the country.