Namibia

Weekend Crime Report Highlights Tragedies As Investigations Unfold

today20 May, 2024

Background

Over the weekend in Namibia, the police reported a range of incidents, from tragic deaths to criminal activities. Investigations are underway into the deaths of an 11-month-old baby in Otjimbingwe, a one-year-old in Grootfontein, and a 67-year-old in Henties Bay, each under different circumstances. Tragedy also struck at Independence Beach in Walvis Bay, where a 37-year-old drowned while swimming. Meanwhile, cases of theft, assault, and rape are being investigated across various districts, highlighting the diverse challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining public safety.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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