Police Officer Arrested for Unlawful Discharge of Firearm in Bauleni

A police officer has been arrested for unlawfully firing an AK47 rifle in a public area of Bauleni Compound early Saturday morning.

Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga confirmed that Constable Zuka of the Paramilitary Unit was disarmed and apprehended at the scene around 06:30 hours.

Mr Hamoonga states that the firearm was recovered and the officer transferred to Woodlands Main Police Station.

He says that Zuka remains in custody and will be charged and presented in court.

Mr Hamoonga emphasizes the Zambia Police Service's zero-tolerance policy toward misconduct and reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism and accountability.