We will not allow criminals to roam freely: Shikongo

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2025-05-07
OMUTHIYA, 07 May 2025 - The Namibian Police Force Inspector General Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo speaking during the engagement with junior officers on Wednesday.  (Photo: Maria David)NAMPA OMUTHIYA, 07 May 2025 - The Namibian Police Force Inspector General Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo speaking during the engagement with junior officers on Wednesday. (Photo: Maria David)NAMPA
OMUTHIYA, 07 MAY (NAMPA) - Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has said the police will not stand by and allow criminals to roam free.
Shikongo made the declaration during an engagement with junior police officers at Omuthiya in the Oshikoto Region on Wednesday.
He signalled a tougher stance against lawbreakers and pledged greater freedom for the Namibian people.
"If we cannot arrest the criminals,...
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