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Police in Lusaka have arrested and charged a 55-year-old man for allegedly sexually abusing his 13-year-old nephew, authorities said on Saturday.
According to Police Spokesperson, Godfrey Chilabi, the alleged abuse occurred at the suspect’s home in Kabwe between December 2025 and January 2026.
In a statement issued in Lusaka, Chilabi said the matter was reported to Chawama Police Station on February 7, 2026, around 10:00 hours, by a relative of the child from Chawama Compound.
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“The suspect, identified as Sammy Jere, a Kabwe-based police officer, is currently in police custody awaiting a court appearance for the offence of unnatural offences, contrary to Section 155 of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia,” he said.
Chilabi reiterated that the Zambia Police Service maintains zero tolerance for gender-based violence and remains committed to ensuring all perpetrators are prosecuted.
He said the Service upheld the rights, best interests, and privacy of the child involved.
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