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Crime Report

19 Results / Page 1 of 3

Background

Namibia

Nampol reports Multiple Incidents Across The Country on 16 August

On Friday, multiple incidents occurred across Namibia. In Aussenkehr, an unlicensed ambulance driver lost control of a Ministry of Health & Social Services vehicle, causing it to overturn, though no injuries were reported. Near Karibib, a Toyota pick-up overturned on the C-33 road, injuring both occupants, who were taken to Usakos State Hospital. In Ongenga, a 31-year-old man allegedly killed a 3-year-old girl and seriously injured his 6-year-old nephew, with […]

todayAugust 19, 2024 9

Namibia

Murder-Suicide, Reckless Driving and Armed Robbery Mark The Past Weekend

On Friday, the country witnessed three significant criminal incidents. At 2am in Ehafo Village, Elia Shitongeni Hamukwaya, 38, allegedly killed his girlfriend, Emilia Nangombe, 34, before hanging himself near his family homestead. Later, at around 3pm in Otjiwarongo, a 48-year-old taxi driver collided with a 51-year-old cyclist, causing minor to moderate injuries. The police reports indicates that the day ended with an armed robbery passed 9pm at the Orange River […]

todayJuly 1, 2024 7

Namibia

Weekend Crime Report Highlights Tragedies As Investigations Unfold

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 […]

todayMay 20, 2024 14

Namibia

Newborn Baby’s Remains Found in Plastic Bag in Omusati with Investigation Underway

The police in Omusati are currently looking into a case involving the discovery of a newborn baby's remains in a plastic bag at an unserviced plot in Oshikuku. According to Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, community members stumbled upon the gruesome scene when they noticed pigs eating from the bag, prompting them to investigate further. Upon closer inspection, they found scattered bones and bloodstained baby clothes. The authorities have transferred the […]

todayApril 30, 2024 9

Namibia

Good Samaritan Falls in Love with Abandoned Baby Rescued from Desert

Meruune Tutjavi, a petrol attendant in Walvis Bay, has expressed his affection for a 16-month-old baby he rescued from the desert. Tutjavi stumbled upon the abandoned child while feeling unwell and discovered her in a blanket in the dunes. Despite initial communication challenges with the police, Tutjavi stayed with the baby until help arrived. He has since developed a bond with the infant and expressed his love for her.

todayApril 30, 2024 7

Namibia

Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Ex-Girlfriend in Kavango East

Police in the Kavango East Region apprehended a 28-year-old man suspected of murdering his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend at Kehemu residential area. The incident reportedly occurred after an argument over a text message, during which the suspect allegedly stabbed the victim multiple times with a knife, leaving behind their three-year-old son and the murder weapon. The victim died instantly. Acting Regional Commander of the Namibian Police Force, Deputy Commissioner Eino Nambahu, stated […]

todayApril 29, 2024 12

Namibia

Fatal Accident on B8 Road Leaves One Dead and Several Injured

A tragic accident occurred on Sunday on the B8 road between Mururani and Grootfontein, resulting in the instant death of a 38-year-old man. Namibian Police Force reported that a 16-seater minibus overturned and rolled several times, allegedly due to a burst left rear tyre, causing the driver to lose control. The bus, traveling from Rundu to Grootfontein, had 14 other occupants who sustained injuries ranging from slight to serious. They […]

todayApril 29, 2024 18

Namibia

Police Hunt for Escaped Inmate Denzel Blauw in Tses Village

Authorities in Tses are on the lookout for 21-year-old Denzel Blauw, who absconded from police custody on Sunday afternoon. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, the inmate was temporarily taken out of the holding cells for charging. However, upon completion of the process, he was inadvertently left unattended by the two officers on duty, who subsequently failed to return him to his cell promptly. Efforts to locate Blauw proved futile […]

todayApril 16, 2024 11

Namibia

Security Guard Shot and Robbed in Ondangwa Incident

According to Frida Shikole, the Namibian Police Force Community Policing Sub-division Inspector for Oshana, a 45-year-old security guard was reportedly shot in the head and robbed of his service shotgun and cellphone on Sunday. The incident allegedly occurred at Omwandi waKamanya in Ondangwa around 05:30am. Shikole stated that the victim had just finished his night shift and was on his way home when he was attacked by three unknown male […]

todayApril 3, 2024 13

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