Following the mob killing of 46-year-old Eneless Hellen Kamutumbe in Kisasa area of Kalumbila District in North-Western Province, 12 suspects have since been charged with murder.
Police Spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi, confirmed the development in a statement made available to the media in Kalumbila today.
Mr Chilabi said that 22 other suspects have been charged with riotous conduct, as investigations into the incident continue.
He explained that the screening and identification process remains ongoing, with police working to determine the involvement of each suspect.
“A total of 257 suspects are currently in custody, with the possibility of more arrests as investigations intensify,” he said.
Mr Chilabi added that investigations into related offences, including malicious damage to public property and assault on police officers, are also underway.
Police have reiterated their commitment to ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice and have urged members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with authorities.
12 out of 257 suspects charged. Pali inefficiency pa Zambia Police Force.
Meanwhile how many suspects were arrested in the murder of PF chairman Jackson Kungo in 2021? None