SIMIYU, Oct. 22 -- THREE people have been arrested over the alleged theft of 40 backup batteries and an automatic electricity changeover switch of a CT scanner at Simiyu Regional Referral Hospital (Nyaumata), as police intensify investigations into the disappearance of the critical equipment.

According to a statement issued yesterday by the Police Force through Simiyu Regional Police Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Edith Swebe, investigations are ongoing, with officers conducting detailed interviews in connection with the incident.

Commander Swebe warned individuals involved in acts that undermine government efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure, including those who buy or sell stolen public equipment.

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