POLICE in Lusaka have dismissed social media claims that officers shot and killed several people in Kalingalinga and Mtendere compounds on July 16, 2026. Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said the reports circulating online are false. "The Service wishes to clarify that these claims are false and do not accurately represent what occurred. No

Audio article Listen to this story Share Send this story

POLICE in Lusaka have dismissed social media claims that officers shot and killed several people in Kalingalinga and Mtendere compounds on July 16, 2026.

Police Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said the reports circulating online are false.

“The Service wishes to clarify that these claims are false and do not accurately represent what occurred. No life was lost during the incident,” Mr. Chilabi stated.

According to police, during a crowd control and management operation, officers discharged tear smoke canisters to disperse a crowd.

“In the process, a pellet from one of the canisters inadvertently struck the leg of a girl from Mtendere Compound, who was at some distance from the operational area,” the statement read.

The girl was rushed to Mtendere Clinic for treatment and was later discharged after receiving medical attention.

Police have opened investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Service urged members of the public to verify information before sharing and to rely on official channels for accurate updates.

(Mwebantu, Friday, 17th July, 2026)

Advertisement Advertise here Reach readers inside premium article pages.

Engage with this story

Comment 0Likes 0Reactions 0Comments 0Shares Be the first reader to react to this story

Discussion

Join the Conversation

Share your thoughts. Let's keep it respectful and constructive.

Start the discussion Sort by: No comments yetBe the first to bring a thoughtful perspective to this story. Comment as a guest No account is needed. Sign in only if you want your comment tied to your profile. Sign in instead