Decrease in crime recorded in Kavango West during festive season

NAMPA

2025-01-09

NKURENKURU, 09 JAN (NAMPA) - The Namibian Police Force in Kavango West recorded a decrease in crime in the region during the festive season, Deputy Commissioner Elsavador Ndeunyema has said.
Ndeunyema in an interview with Nampa said this was due to a combination of proactive policing measures and support from the public.
He said that between 24 December 2024 and 02 January 2025, the police recorded one case of stock theft, one housebreaking, three cases of driving under the influence of alcohol, one case of gender-based violence, three cases of violation of the Liquor Act and one murder case.
“We only encountered one serious offence, the murder which occurred at Ncamagoro village on New Year’s Day, when an 18-year-old boy stabbed a 17-year-old boy multiple times with a knife,” said Ndeunyema, adding that consumption of alcohol was involved.
Durin the previous festive period from 24 December 2023 to 02 January 2024, three cases of stock theft, five cases of housebreaking, five cases of driving under the influence of alcohol, eight cases of gender-based violence and two accidents were recorded.
Ndeunyema said the police amongst others implemented strict traffic safety measures in the region, intensified stop and search operations and increased vehicle and foot patrols across all five police stations.
He said that some of the challenges included shebeens operating after hours or with expired licenses.
Ndeunyema emphasised that some challenges persist, but the police remain dedicated to enhancing public safety both during and after the festive season. He urged the public to continue cooperating with the police to maintain these safety practices year-round.
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