By Staff Writer
Police in Mongu have detained four suspects on charges of unlawful assembly of an organized gathering of 28 individuals at the residence of Ms Biemba in Kaande Ward, Mongu Town.
The meeting was an orchestrated by Mr Mwelula Chingumbe 35, from Mongu town, in the name of the Unified Progressive Movement Party.
Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said that during the police interview Mr Chingumbe admitted to organizing the meeting with the intent of introducing the Unified Progressive Movement Party to the public.
Mr Hamoonga said he acknowledged not notifying the Zambia Police Service as required by law.
He said that his acquaintance with the party president, Willie Chibuye, originated from Facebook, and they have been in communication since then.
Mr Hamoonga has identified the suspects as Mwelula Chingumbe 35, Lubasi Nawa 25, Chiwisa Kalenga 26 and Kambwela Kambwela 52.
He said a docket has been opened, and the necessary legal procedures are being followed in accordance with the law.
“The Zambia Police Service takes such matters seriously and emphasizes the importance of adhering to legal protocols when organizing public gatherings. The commitment to maintaining public safety remains our top priority,” he said.
