Man arrested for indecent assault in Nkhotakota

Police in Nkhotakota have arrested a 52-year-old man, Mwera Kangoma for allegedly indecently assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
Nkhotakota Police Deputy Publicist, Chisomo chuma has confirmed the development saying the incident occurred on January 22, 2025, at Chalunda village in the district.
According to the alleged survivor’s mother, the suspect met with the girl at a certain nearby bush where he deceived her that he was sent by her boyfriend to call her and meet in the bush.
The ‘survivor’ followed him and soon after arrival at the bush, the suspect grabbed her forcefully and started caressing and kissing her.
“The victim shouted for help and people came to her rescue,” said Chuma.
According to the deputy publicist, the matter was reported to the Mkaika police unit, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
“Kangoma will soon appear in the court of law to answer the charge leveled against him,” Chuma added.
The suspect hails from Chalunda village in the area of Traditional Authority Nkhanga in Nkhotakota district.