By Byson Milanzie
Police in Lilongwe have arrested a 42-year-old man, Gladson Banda, after discovering him in possession of 25 drums of tar, valued at 10 million Kwacha.
According to Hastings Chigalu, the Public Relations Officer for Lilongwe Police Station, officers at Nathenje Police grew suspicious that Banda had either stolen or unlawfully obtained the tar from road construction companies on Thursday, August 22, 2024.
Chigalu further explained that police received a tip-off from well-wishers, reporting that the suspect had offloaded the drums at his residence.
“Upon searching the premises, law enforcement officers found 25 drums filled with tar and several empty tanks. When questioned, Banda failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for their possession,” Chigalu said.
Banda is expected to appear in court soon to face charges related to the incident.
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