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Published on 2024-02-21 04:04:07
Juvensio Phiri, a former driver and security personnel for ex-President Edgar Lungu, has been apprehended by the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) on charges of drug trafficking. According to Mwenge Mulenga, the Public Relations Manager for DEC, Phiri, aged 53, was arrested for trafficking 55.6 kilograms of loose cannabis.
The arrest took place in Lusaka’s Chelstone area by a joint team of DEC officers from Eastern and Lusaka Provinces. Phiri had been trailed from Chipata, where he was transporting the contraband intended for distribution in Lusaka. It is suspected that Phiri was collaborating with other individuals who managed to escape when he was initially intercepted in Eastern Province.
In an official statement, Mulenga declared that Phiri is currently detained in police custody and has been charged with trafficking in psychotropic substances.
The arrest of Phiri, a former driver and security personnel for ex-President Edgar Lungu, has sent shockwaves through Zambia. Many are surprised that someone with such a background and the level of access he had could be involved in such criminal activities. The DEC’s swift action in apprehending Phiri serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, regardless of their former position or status.
The 55.6 kilograms of loose cannabis that Phiri was caught trafficking is a significant amount and represents a serious threat to public health and safety. The DEC’s efforts to intercept and apprehend individuals involved in drug trafficking are commendable and demonstrate the agency’s commitment to combating the illicit drug trade in Zambia.
Mulenga emphasized that the DEC remains vigilant and is committed to rooting out drug trafficking in the country. The collaboration between DEC officers from Eastern and Lusaka Provinces is a clear example of the agency’s concerted efforts to tackle drug trafficking and related criminal activities.
The involvement of Phiri in drug trafficking also raises questions about the extent of the illicit drug trade in Zambia and the need for increased efforts to combat this menace. It is imperative that law enforcement agencies, government authorities, and the public work together to address the root causes of drug trafficking and implement effective measures to prevent it.
The arrest of Phiri serves as a warning to others involved in drug trafficking and related activities that they will be held accountable for their actions. It also highlights the importance of continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the public in identifying and combating drug-related crimes.
The DEC’s swift and decisive action in apprehending Phiri sends a strong message that drug trafficking will not be tolerated in Zambia. The agency’s efforts to disrupt drug trafficking operations and apprehend those involved demonstrate its commitment to maintaining law and order in the country.
In conclusion, the arrest of Juvensio Phiri for drug trafficking is a significant development in the fight against the illicit drug trade in Zambia. The DEC’s swift and effective action in apprehending Phiri serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and those involved in drug trafficking will be held accountable for their actions. This case also underscores the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies, government authorities, and the public in combating the illicit drug trade and related criminal activities.
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