EMMANUEL JAY BANDA ARRESTED FOR ALLEGED THEFT OR AGGRAVATED ROBBERY?
Peter Sinkamba writes
EMMANUEL JAY BANDA ARRESTED FOR ALLEGED THEFT OR AGGRAVATED ROBBERY?
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The statement below issued by Zambia Police clearly shows that the charges against Jay Jay are vindictive, fake and just intended to punish him as long as is possible.
A person commits armed robbery by stealing property from someone else using violence or intimidation, and while carrying a dangerous weapon. Using a dangerous weapon constitutes an aggravating factor, which makes the crime more serious than simple robbery, which doesn’t involve a weapon.
When you read the statement below, items alleged to have been stolen are specifically mentioned. Ironically, no dangerous weapon used to steal is specified! The deliberate omission of the dangerous weapon used clearly exposes the motive for the arrest and detention. SMH!
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The Zambia Police Service wishes to inform the public of the formal arrest of Honourable Jay Banda, the Member of Parliament for Petauke, in connection with serious criminal offences.
Honourable Banda has been arrested for the offences of Aggravated Robbery Contrary to section 294 and Attempted Murder Contrary to Section 215 of the Penal Code Act Chapter 87 of the laws of Zambia.
The alleged crimes were committed on December 14, 2015, at approximately 15:00 hours at Mzigawa Primary School in Vubwi District of Eastern Province. The incident involved the theft of property valued at K12,000, broken down as follows:
A Canon Camera valued at K10,000
Spectacles valued at K1,800
Two ATM cards
Cash amounting to K200
The victim of this incident is Mr. Peter Sukwa Muchelenga,
Honourable Banda has been remanded in custody at Chipata Central Police Station. He is scheduled to appear in court soon to face these charges.
The Zambia Police Service reiterates its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served, regardless of the status or position of the individuals involved. We urge the public to remain calm and allow the judicial process to take its course.
Rae Hamoonga
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER