GOVERNMENT MUST EXPEDITE ACQUISITION OF BULLET PROOF VESTS FOR POLICE OFFICERS

[13 March 2009]
The Human Rights Commission is saddened by the death of yet another police officer in the line of duty. At a time when the country desperately requires critical human resource in the Zambia Police Service, it is sad the service continues to lose officers through exchange of fire with armed robbers.

The Commission wishes to reiterate its call on Government to expedite in the planned acquisition of bullet proof vests for police officers. It is imperative that the issue of bullet-proof vests is given the utmost priority to help lessen the chances of officers dying on duty.

The Commission also extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of the late officer and the Zambia Police Service.

Issued by:

Enoch Mulembe
Director - Human Rights Commission