Police apprehend two as probe into Lukulu murder, robbery, arson intensifies

Police in Western Province have picked two male persons to assist with investigations into cases of murder, aggravated robbery and arson reported at Lukulu Police Station on June 6, 2026, Commanding Officer, Rae Hamoonga has revealed. Hamoonga said the two persons are a nephew and younger brother to the key suspect, Numbo Mate. In a statement issued in Mongu on Monday, Hamoonga said their apprehension followed information obtained during investigations.

He said one of the victims, aged 29, positively identified the key suspect during the incident. The victim is currently admitted to Lukulu District Hospital where she is receiving treatment for injuries sustained to the head and hand. “The two persons are currently being interviewed to assist with investigations.

Investigations into the matter are still ongoing and more information will be communicated to the public in due course,” Hamoonga stated. He further warned members of the general public against harboring or concealing the key suspect, Mate, stating that such an act amounted to a criminal offence under the laws of Zambia. “Members of the public are strongly advised to immediately report to the nearest Police Station or any law enforcement officer any information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect,” Hamoonga said.

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Meanwhile, the remains of the seven deceased persons are expected to be put to rest on 8 June 2026, in Lukulu after postmortem examinations. He said all efforts were being made to bring the perpetrators to justice. “The Zambia Police Service wishes to reassure the public that investigations are progressing well and all efforts are being made to bring the perpetrators to justice,” Hamoonga said. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express permission from ZAMBIA MONITOR.

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