Police Launch Manhunt After Kabaza Operator Shot Dead in Zomba

Police Launch Manhunt After Kabaza Operator Shot Dead in Zomba

Published on June 12, 2025 at 5:27 PM by Evance Kapito

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Police in Zomba have launched a manhunt for an unidentified suspect who shot and killed a motorcycle taxi operator late last night in Chinamwali township.

According to Zomba Police spokesperson Patricia Sipiliano, the deceased, identified as Sako Siposi, 22, had picked up a customer around midnight in the Matawale area and was heading towards Chinamwali.

“Upon arrival near the Chinamwali playground, the unknown assailant shot Siposi in the neck,” said Sipiliano. “His body is currently at the hospital as police intensify investigations to track down the person responsible.”

Sipiliano added that Siposi hailed from Phulusa Village, in the area of Traditional Authority Mwambo in Zomba District.

 

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