By Jones Gadama
The Officer-In-Charge for Mulanje Police, Moses Chibwe, has called on community members to work closely with the police in the fight against crime in Mulanje District.
Chibwe made the remarks during a community awareness campaign held at Manyamba Primary School in the area of Traditional Authority Njema.
Chibwe emphasized the importance of community-police collaboration in maintaining peace and security in the district.
He urged community members to provide information to the police about any criminal activities they may witness or suspect.
“The police cannot do it alone,” Chibwe said, adding that, “We need the support of the community to effectively fight crime and maintain peace in our district. We urge community members to work closely with us and provide any information that can help us prevent and investigate crimes.”
Chibwe also took the opportunity to caution community members against acts of violence, particularly as the country heads into the upcoming political campaign period.
He reminded them that violence only serves to undermine peace and stability in the community.
“We are approaching a critical period in our country’s political calendar,” Chibwe said, adding that, “As we prepare for the elections, we urge community members to refrain from acts of violence and instead promote peace and tolerance. Let’s work together to ensure that our district remains peaceful and secure.”
Traditional Authority Njema, who attended the awareness campaign, commended Chibwe for organizing the event.
He described it as an eye-opener for the people in his area, highlighting the importance of community-police collaboration in fighting crime.
“We appreciate the efforts of the police in reaching out to the community and sensitizing them on the importance of working together to fight crime,” Traditional Authority Njema said, adding that,”We urge the police to continue with such initiatives, as they are crucial in promoting peace and security in our district.”
The Traditional Authority also appealed to the police to respond swiftly to emergencies whenever they receive reports.
He emphasized the importance of timely response in preventing crimes and saving lives.
“We urge the police to respond quickly to emergency calls,” he said. “Timely response can make a big difference in preventing crimes and saving lives. We are confident that with the support of the community, the police can effectively maintain peace and security in our district,” he added.
The community awareness campaign is part of the police’s efforts to engage with the community and promote collaboration in fighting crime.
The police have been working tirelessly to maintain peace and security in Mulanje District, and the campaign is a testament to their commitment to community policing.
The event was well-attended by community members, who appreciated the opportunity to interact with the police and learn more about their role in maintaining peace and security.
Many community members expressed their willingness to work closely with the police and provide any information that can help prevent and investigate crimes.
The call by Mulanje Police for community support in the fight against crime is a timely reminder of the importance of community-police collaboration in maintaining peace and security.
By working together, the police and the community can effectively prevent and investigate crimes, promoting a safe and secure environment for all.
The police’s efforts to engage with the community and promote collaboration are commendable, and it is hoped that the awareness campaign will have a lasting impact on peace and security in Mulanje District.
