By Francis Chipalo
The Zambia Police has refuted and dismissed “false” claims circulating on the Patriotic Front (PF) Facebook Page, alleging that a combined team of it’s officers was planning to search and arrest former President Edgar Lungu last evening.
Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga says the allegations are entirely baseless and have no element of truth as no such operation had been planned or was being conducted by the police.
Hamoonga says the Zambia Police Service operates within the framework of the law, and that any actions or investigations are carried out transparently and in accordance with established legal procedures.
“Should the need arise to engage any individual for police inquiries, appropriate measures, such as issuing a call-out, would be followed, ensuring the rights and dignity of all persons are respected,” Hamoonga has stated in a statement.
“We would like to caution the administrators of the PF Facebook Page against disseminating false information intended to mislead the public and create unnecessary panic. Such actions are not only irresponsible but also constitute a violation of the law,” he said.
Hamoonga cautions that the police will not tolerate the continuous spread of misleading information, as it poses a threat to public order and safety.
“We urge all citizens to be vigilant and avoid sharing unverified information from unreliable sources,” he added.
