Man Arrested For Theft Of Waterboard Equipment Valued At K342,000 in Liwonde
Published on January 23, 2026 at 10:48 AM by Evance Kapito
Police in Liwonde, Machinga, have arrested 27-year-old Thoko Dovika for the alleged theft of Southern Region Water Board (SRWB) equipment worth K342,000.
According to Liznet Kathumba, the deputy spokesperson for Liwonde Police, the suspect was apprehended after being found in possession of a bag containing suspected stolen items, including various electrical and water distribution wires.
Police have also launched a manhunt for an accomplice, identified as Keneni Mayilosi, who managed to flee the scene upon spotting law enforcement officers.
Officials from the Waterboard have since confirmed that the recovered wires are indeed their property. The stolen equipment is critical to the infrastructure used to supply water from the Liwonde Barrage to residents in the surrounding areas.
Thoko Dovika remains in custody while investigations continue to locate the second suspect.
