Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly as Police Officer Kills Wife, Her Stepbrother, Turns Gun on Himself
- What began as a routine morning in Solwezi ended in unspeakable tragedy when a police officer turned his service rifle on his wife and her stepbrother
- The one-time lovebirds had separated just two days earlier, but no one saw this deadly outcome coming
- Now, a home once filled with family is a silent crime scene, and a community is left shattered, searching for answers
A sombre cloud hangs over the Solwezi area following a harrowing incident in which a police officer fatally shot his wife and her stepbrother before taking his own life.
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Police confirmed that the incident occurred around 5.30 am and was reported to Solwezi Central Police Station at 9.21 am by a relative, Ms Kalumbu Agnes, 45, who resided at the same premises.
What firearm did Funkuta Muyembi use?
According to official reports, the shooter has been identified as Funkuta Muyembi, 46, a police officer stationed at Solwezi Central Police Station.
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He is alleged to have used his police-issued AK-47 rifle to shoot his estranged wife, 41-year-old Womba Samulozela, and her stepbrother, Wanna Samulozela, 42, before turning the weapon on himself.
Police officers who arrived at the scene found all three bodies in the same room.
Womba and Wanna were discovered lying on the floor, while Muyembi’s body was partially on the bed.
Forensic results in Solwezi deaths
Forensic examination at the scene revealed that Womba sustained a gunshot wound on the left side of her ribs, with an exit wound on her back.
Wanna was shot on the left side of the ribs, but without an exit wound, while Muyembi had a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the right side of the neck, with an exit wound at the back of the head.
The murder weapon, an AK-47 rifle with serial number 1674, was found clamped to Muyembi’s chest with the safety catch open.
"The rifle had one live round in the chamber and two remaining in the magazine," the police report reads in part.
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Family dispute led to Solwezi deaths
Police records show that Muyembi had signed out the firearm earlier that morning at 5.05 am, reportedly to follow up on a case at Mutanda.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Officer Muyembi used a spare key to access the home.
It has further been established that he and Womba had separated just two days prior, on July 30, following prolonged marital conflict.
The late Dr Wanna Samulozela, a medical doctor recently transferred to Solwezi Provincial Health Office, had been staying with the couple at the time of the incident.
Where are the 3 Solwezi bodies?
All three bodies have been transported to Solwezi General Hospital mortuary pending postmortem examinations and burial arrangements.
Police say a full-scale investigation has been launched.
“This unfortunate incident highlights the importance of resolving domestic disputes through peaceful and lawful means,” said Police Public Relations Officer Rae Hamoonga.
He added that the police service deeply regrets the loss of life and extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.
Netizens mourn after triple deaths of family members
The deaths of the family members have broken the hearts of many on social media.
Many urged couples to find amicable ways of solving their domestic disputes instead of resorting to fatal ways.
Here are some of the comments:
Sarah Dalphine said:
"I pray to God for my daughters not to marry a police officer. This is really heartbreaking. No matter the situation, he should have walked away and lived his own life."
Zena A Bibo said:
"Police officers should start marrying each other at this point."
Fancie Nzasu said:
"So many people, especially men, are dealing with mental issues. There's a need for men to be taught how to be men!"
Police officers convicted for killing Eldoret man
An Eldoret court is set to deliver justice to the family of a man who was tortured to death by two officers while in police custody.
Investigations detailed a chilling account of what led to the disturbing actions of the uniformed officers, which prompted their conviction.
The victim's family expressed relief and urged that the conviction serve as a lesson to rogue officers who assault suspects while in custody.
Racheal Nyaguthie, HoD Human Interest, updated this article with reactions.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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