The Officer-in-Charge of Zomba Police Station, Deputy Commissioner Aubrey Kawale, has said that the reintroduction of the Rapid Response 997 service has helped to reduce crime cases in the district.
Deputy Commissioner Kawale said this in Zomba City during a Station Executive Committee (SEC) meeting, which was organized to review how the police have been carrying out crime prevention activities over the past year.
He said that in 2024 there were 44 murder cases, while in the past year, 2025, there were 38 similar cases, showing a decline in such crimes.
Kawale thanked traditional leaders and community policing structures for their good cooperation with the police in combating crime.
The Officer In Charge warned police officers who do not treat members of the public well when they go to report their complaints to stop the behavior, saying that any officer found doing so will face disciplinary action.
Deputy Commissioner Kawale also appealed to well-wishers to help build a proper room for the Victim Support Unit, where people can report sensitive complaints, because the one currently being used at Zomba Police Station is too small.
“This year we want to further reduce crime, and we are appealing for good relations between the police, traditional leaders, non-governmental organizations, and community policing structures,” he said.
Speaking at the same meeting, Senior Chief Malemia said traditional leaders are working together with the police to provide security and end criminal activities in Zomba District.
He also complained about some police officers who do not receive complaints well, but said he has confidence that the Officer-in-Charge of Zomba Police Station will address the problem.
The meeting brought together police officers, community policing members, traditional leaders, government officials, and representatives of non-governmental organizations.
