FAILURE TO SECURE FIREARM LANDS 66 YEAR OLD LUSAKA MAN IN DETENTION
July 7, 2024, A 66-year-old man of Barlastone Park in Lusaka has been detained in connection with the offence of failing to secure a firearm.
On July 6, 2024 around 17:00 hours, a Security guard deployed at East Park Mall informed Police officers on patrol that there was a motor vehicle, a Nissan Fuga, which had its front window open with a Pistol on the passenger’s seat.
Police officers picked and secured the firearm while the motor vehicle was clamped.
Around 21:00 hours, Paul Moonga presented himself to Police officers and claimed ownership of the firearm and motor vehicle.
He was detained as investigations to establish the actual owner of the firearm and motor vehicle are ongoing.
The motor vehicle, bearing registration number BAX 7809, is parked at the Police Station for safe custody.
Danny Mwale
Deputy Police Public Relations Officer