POLICE CONDEMNS MOB JUSTICE & DESTRUCTION OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE

Zambia Police Service strongly has condemned incidents of mob justice and destruction of public infrastructure.

This follows a mob attacking officers on duty, broking into the cells, and extensively damaging the Mununga Police Post under Chienge Police Station today around 05:00 hours.

Police Public Relations Officer said the mob targeted Derrick Mwale who is suspected of killing his ex-wife’s niece upon learning of the suspect’s detention.

Mr. Hamoonga said the mob forcibly removed the suspect and subjected him to severe mob violence, leaving him with deep cuts on the head.

“The situation was brought under control with reinforcement from Chienge Police Station,” Mr. Hamoonga added.

He said the injured suspect was rushed to a nearby clinic, where he is currently admitted in unstable condition.

Mr. Hamoonga urged all community members to allow the police to conduct thorough investigations and bring offenders to justice through the proper channels.

“Mob justice and the destruction of police facilities hinder the very justice the public seeks and embolden criminal elements in society,” Mr. Hamoonga said.

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