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A violent motorist has been arrested following a physical confrontation with a traffic police officer, an incident captured in a video that has since gone viral on social media.
In the trending clip, a traffic officer in police uniform and a reflective jacket is seen tussling with a motorist dressed in white and black trousers.
The motorist is observed throwing punches and kicks at the officer, who retaliates while holding documents in his right hand, which he later discards amid the scuffle.
At one point, the officer appears to be overpowered and falls, landing on his lower back against a concrete hedge as the motorist continues to punch him, while passers-by watch in apparent shock.
The motorist has since been arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer.
Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Mwaala Yuyi identified the officer as Constable George Ilyamupu of Peter Singongo Police Camp, based at Hillcrest Police Post.
He said the constable lodged a complaint against Emmanuel Njovu, 32, the motorist who allegedly assaulted him while on duty.
“The complainant sustained general body pains, as fists and kicks are alleged to have been used to inflict the injuries,” Mr Yuyi said.
He explained that on February 18, 2026, at around 10:00 hours, the officer was on duty along the Ndola–Kitwe Road when he noticed a Toyota Ractis, registration number BCG 4472, fail to obey traffic signs.
“The vehicle was stopped, and the driver was instructed to park off the road,” Mr Yuyi said.
“After parking, the driver became unruly, accusing the officer of wasting his time, claiming he was rushing to where he works as a clinical officer,” he added.
Mr Yuyi said that when the driver was challenged to park the vehicle at Hillcrest Police Post, he turned violent and assaulted the officer, who was later rescued by members of the public.
“A docket has been opened, the suspect Emmanuel Njovu, aged 32, has been arrested, and the Toyota Ractis, registration number BCG 4472, has been impounded,” Mr Yuyi said.
(Mwebantu, Wednesday, 18th Februray, 2026)
Husband man on the run after stabbing wife in Lusaka, police say
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POLICE in Lusaka have launched a manhunt for a 34-year-old man who allegedly stabbed his 30-year-old wife in unclear circumstances before fleeing with their child.
On February 16, this year, Fredrick Zulu of Chalala allegedly unlawfully wounded his wife by stabbing her in the abdomen around 22:00 hours.
Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said that upon receiving the report, officers promptly responded to the scene and, with the help of neighbours, rushed the victim to Chilenje Level One Hospital.
Mr Chilabi said the victim is currently receiving medical attention and her condition is reported to be stable.
He said Mr Zulu fled the scene with their two-year-old daughter.
“The motive behind the incident has not yet been established. Investigations into the matter are ongoing,” Mr Chilabi said.
He said police are appealing to members of the public to assist in locating the suspect.
“Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or the child is urged to contact the nearest police station or call the police emergency hotline on 9010. Public cooperation is vital in ensuring the safety of the child and the apprehension of the suspect,” Mr Chilabi said.
(Mwebantu, Wednesday, 18th Fe
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A MAN, believed to be between 35 and 42 years old, has been found dead in a room at a lodge in Lusaka’s John Howard Compound after spending the night with an unidentified woman who is now being sought by police.
The Zambia Police have revealed that the unidentified man checked in the said lodge with his companion around 22:00hrs and was later discovered lifeless around 05:40hrs.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that on February 16, 2026, around 05:40 hours, the male client, aged between 35 and 42 years, was discovered dead in his room,” police public relations officer Godfrey Chilabi said, “He had checked into the room on February 15, 2026, at 22:00 hours, accompanied by a female, estimated to be between 27 and 30 years of age.”
Mr Chilabi said the whereabouts of the female who was with the deceased are currently unknown.
He said body has been deposited at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Mortuary, pending identification and a postmortem examination.
Mr Chilabi called on members of the public with information regarding the incident or the identity of the deceased to assist the police with the investigation.
(Mwebantu, Monday, 16th Februray, 2026)
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POLICE have arrested five people for allegedly harassing and humiliating a woman by publishing defamatory content accusing her of abducting and torturing a journalist.
In a statement, police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said a report was lodged by Idah Choongo, aged 30, of Lusaka, who complained that unknown individuals had published defamatory and harassing information about her on Facebook pages identified as Fyambe Media, Kanyama Zed TV and Kumwesu.
Mr Chilabi said investigations were immediately instituted, leading to the identification of suspects.
“On February 12, 2026, a follow-up operation led to the apprehension of five suspects, namely Silvester Kaumba, aged 42, of Kamwala South; Edwin Daka, aged 40; Chrispine Samutumwa, aged 27, of Makeni Villa, Lusaka; Musheck Chinyama, aged 32; and Modrick Ngwala, aged 28. All the suspects are residents of Lusaka,” he said.
Mr Chilabi said following investigations, the suspects were formally charged with the offence of harassment and humiliation.
He said the suspects were released on police bond on the same day and are awaiting court appearance.
Mr Chilabi further refuted allegations circulating on social media suggesting that the suspects were abducted.
He said officers from the Zambia Police Service followed all established legal procedures and human rights protocols during the apprehension and processing of the matter.
“Members of the public are urged to verify information with relevant authorities and to practise responsible reporting to prevent the spread of misinformation,” Mr Chilabi said.
(Mwebantu, Saturday, 14th Februray, 2026)
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