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The Malawi Police Service (MPS) wishes to inform the general public that it has promptly instituted an inquiry team into the alleged defilement, rape, torture and theft against police officers in and around Msundwe, M’bwatalika and Mpingu trading centers in Lilongwe on October 9, 2019.
The inquiry team which is headed by Commissioner Mrs Arlene Baluwa, comprises of different professionals who will investigate the matter in a transparent and independent manner. Based on evidence, all suspects identified will be treated according to the laws of the land without favour.
We humbly appeal to members of the general public, who have reliable information on the matter at hand to cooperate and share the information with the inquiry team. This will help to conduct thorough, speedy and factual investigation.
The Malawi Police Service shall at all times strive to fulfill its constitutional mandate of ensuring public safety of citizenry according to the prescriptions of the constitution and any other law. The MPS values impartiality, independence, professionalism, openness and accountability in the quest of creating a safe and secure nation. The nation will be updated on the progress and results of the investigation within the shortest period of time.