The
suspects, all males, escaped from Police custody after spraying an unknown
liquid in the eyes of a Police officer during feeding time. They pushed the
cell door against the officer and scampered in different directions.
The
incident occurred on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 16:25 hours at SMK Police
Station.
There
were 22 suspects in custody at the time the incident occurred.
The
suspects were identified as Christopher Musimuko, Tinase Moyo, Christian
Simfukwe, Ginasho Tembo, Bright Zulu and Steven Bwalya all charged with
Aggravated Robbery offences.
Others
are Chaisa Daka, Joseph Mushanga and Anold Cheelo all facing Burglary and Theft
offences while Jonathan Mumba is charged with Unlawful Wounding, Gift Mulenga
facing Assault OABH, Chris Banda charged with Theft and Paul Jobu facing the
offence of Interfering with a motor vehicle.
A
manhunt for the suspects has been launched.
“We
appeal to members of the public to be alert and report any of the suspects
where ever they may be spotted to Police”. Police say.
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