Police in Nakonde pursuing on-the- run hubby for allegedly killing his wife after three months marriage

Police have a launched a man-hunt for a husband who is on a run after allegedly killing a 25-year-old wife,just two months after their marriage.

Muchinga police commanding officer, Dennis Moola, said the suspect, named Ezekiel Lingiwe Peti, 43 of Tanzanian nationality, was on the run.

“The incident occurred on July 26, 2025, around 20:00 hours, in Chiyanga Village, within the jurisdiction of Chieftainess Waitwika.

“Moola explained that on the material day in question, the deceased was severely beaten by Peti who then fled their home.

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“When deceased family was informed of the assault, they went to check on her but sadly found her dead,” he said.

Moola added that the deceased sustained a deep cut at the back of her head and had bruises on both sides of her ribs, indicating that a sharp object may have been used.

Police have continued investigation into the matter.

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