Japan police caught missing Ugandan athlete Julius Ssekitoleko

A Ugandan weightlifter has been found four days after he disappeared from an Olympic training camp in Japan. Four days ago, he left a note saying he wanted to find work in Japan and suddenly disappeared.

The disappearance of Julius Ssekitoleko was a matter of public concern in Japan. The incident took place at a time when thousands of foreigners were flocking to Japan and the corona virus was spreading.

An Osaka police official told AFP on condition of anonymous , Today, he met the missing Ugandan player in Mai province. He has not been injured and has not been involved in any crime.

He is carrying his own ID but is not sure where he will be sent to the Ugandan Olympic team camp or embassy.