Zambia: 44 Suspects Escape from Mbala Police Custody

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: April 14, 2026Country: Zambia

Crime & Law

Zambia: 44 Suspects Escape from Mbala Police Custody

Forty-four suspects escaped from police custody in Mbala, Zambia. The incident has raised concerns about security and the management of detainees in the country. Local authorities have launched an investigation to locate the fugitives and understand the circumstances surrounding the escape.

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