Man Arrested in Chipata for Masquerading as Woman to Lure Men

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🇿🇼 Published: 29 January 2026
📘 Source: Zambian Observer

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‎Police in Chipata have arrested a 22-year-old man for masquerading as a woman in order to lure men for monetary gain.


‎The suspect, Fred Tembo, also known as Rita Jere, was apprehended early this morning near Choppies Mall in the Chipata Central Business Area after reports of his activities at Eas

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‎Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba confirmed to Breeze FM News that Tembo disguised himself with plaited hair, lipstick, and chitenge material to appear as a woman. During questioning, the suspect admitted that he sometimes presents himself as a female.


‎Investigations revealed that Tembo had been married just a week prior to his arrest. He remains in police custody as inquiries continue.

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Originally published by Zambian Observer • January 29, 2026

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