Police in Lumezi District have launched investigations into a case of sudden and unnatural death after the discovery of a decomposed body of an unidentified man in a bush near Lumezi Boarding School in Chief Zumwanda’s area.
Eastern Province Police Commissioner Robertson Mweemba confirmed the development, saying the incident was reported to Lumezi Police Post around 12:25 hours on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Mr. Mweemba said the report was made by Mr. Zedeke Kasalu, 64, Head Teacher of Lumezi Boarding School, who informed police that the body of a man believed to be between 40 and 50 years old was found in a decomposed state near the school premises.
Preliminary investigations revealed that a local resident identified as Willy Chikoza, 45, of Lumezi Stores, went into the bush around 11:00 hours to cut sticks for fencing when he noticed a strong odor. Upon checking, he discovered the body and immediately alerted the school head, who then reported the matter to police.
Police officers who visited the scene confirmed that the body was severely decomposed and not suitable for transportation or physical examination. The remains were buried at the same spot, and the grave has been marked to facilitate further investigations.
Commissioner Mweemba said an inquiry file has since been opened as police work to establish the deceased’s identity and determine the cause of death.
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