BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has confirmed the arrest of former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Ackis Muwanga, currently in police custody.
According to National Police spokesperson Peter Kalaya, the arrest relates to alleged extortion, with investigations ongoing.
“We can confirm that the former DIG is in our custody, but details will be provided later as investigations bordering on extortion are ongoing,” Kalaya said in a brief interview with Maravipost online.
Muwanga’s arrest comes after he was recently replaced by Stain Chaima as DIG responsible for operations.
The development has sparked interest in the country, given Muwanga’s high-profile position and influence within the police service.
Details surrounding Muwanga’s arrest remain scarce, but sources indicate that the allegations against him are serious and may be linked to his tenure as a senior police officer.
The police service has assured the public that further information will be released once investigations are concluded.
The arrest of a former deputy inspector general underscores the Malawi Police Service’s commitment to accountability and transparency, particularly in addressing corruption and misconduct within its ranks.
The public eagerly awaits more information on this developing story.
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