Police in Blantyre brought six suspects, including Raphael Msalanyama Mano, a 35-year-old former police and intelligence officer from Gaza Province, Mozambique, to the scene of Dr Victoria Bobe’s murder on Wednesday.
The suspects are being made to demonstrate how the killing occurred, as part of a detailed reconstruction by law enforcement.
Dr Bobe was shot dead last month in Chigumula, an incident that shocked the community and drew national attention.
Authorities say the reconstruction is vital for investigators to confirm timelines, suspect movements, and witness accounts.
Mano, due to his previous experience in law enforcement, is under intense scrutiny as police work to piece together the sequence of events.
Residents of Chigumula watched from a distance as officers conducted the exercise, carefully documenting the positions of the suspects and the surrounding environment.
Police have stressed that this process is a routine step in complex murder investigations, ensuring that evidence is accurately captured for court proceedings.
The six suspects, Mano included, are expected to explain in detail their actions during the fatal incident.
Officials said the demonstration could take several hours and is essential to strengthen the prosecution’s case.
The family of Dr Bobe has expressed hope that the exercise will clarify the circumstances of her death and speed up justice.
Investigators have already conducted interviews, collected forensic evidence, and reviewed ballistic reports in the weeks following the murder.
Authorities have confirmed that all procedures are being conducted with a focus on transparency and adherence to legal standards.
The community has responded with mixed emotions, with some residents relieved that progress is being made, while others remain anxious about the violent crime.
Police have urged anyone with further information about the murder to come forward to assist in the investigation.
The reconstruction also provides an opportunity for officers to verify previous statements made by the suspects against the physical evidence at the crime scene.
Dr Bobe’s death has highlighted growing concerns about security and the prevalence of violent incidents in urban areas.
Police reiterated their commitment to ensuring that all those responsible for the crime are held accountable.
The suspects will remain in custody following the reconstruction while investigations continue and preparations for prosecution advance.
This exercise marks a significant step in the pursuit of justice for Dr Bobe and in demonstrating the professionalism of the Malawi Police Service in handling high-profile cases.
Officials emphasised that every action taken during the reconstruction is being carefully recorded to ensure a fair and transparent process.
