Five suspected criminals were shot dead by police in a shootout in Mushindamo, Copperbelt Province . The suspects were part of a gang linked to murders in Chingola.
The murders were of Gift Chilambe and Francis Mbale, who were killed on March 6, 2026, at Natmos Trading Center in Chingola. Police tracked the gang to Mushindamo, leading to the deadly exchange of gunfire.
Copperbelt Police Commissioner Mwala Yuyi confirmed the incident, stating the bodies are at Nchanga North General Hospital in Chingola. The operation shows police are cracking down on crime.
The police action has likely brought some relief to the community, showing they’re taking crime seriously . More details will follow on Radio Icengelo Main News.
The gang’s link to the Chingola murders is being investigated, and police might have more to share soon. For now, the focus is on the operation’s outcome.
The community’s safety is a priority, and police are likely to continue their efforts to curb crime. More updates will come as the situation unfolds.
