Head of the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation , Godfrey Lebeya, says they have made great strides in tackling some of the country’s serious crimes.
Lebeya has been briefing the media today on the Hawk’s achievements for the fourth and last quarter of the 2023/24 financial year.the VBS Mutual bank scandalLebeya says, “A total number of 33 VBS arrests have been effected. With a total of three already convicted. We are still working on the remaining 43 from the 76 suspects. Some of whom were not identified during the inquiry. So far, 2900 statements have been recorded, and investigations continue.
“Police officers are a protective layer ensuring that law-abiding people are protected against criminals…22 police officials, 17 off duty, and five on duty were murdered during the fourth quarter. We responded and effected 18 arrests. Furthermore, eight accused persons have been sentenced, five of whom were given life imprisonment sentences.”VIDEO | Lt.
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