By Chisomo Masaiti Chiusiwa

Ntchisi, February 19, Mana: Police in Ntchisi have arrested 33-year-old Pitilizani Chaomba for allegedly attacking and stabbing Madalitso Martin, a motorcycle operator, in attempt to rob him of his motorcycle.

Ntchisi police Spokesperson Sub-Inspector Salome Zgambo confirmed the development saying the arrest occurred on February 18 at Chantika village, Traditional Authority Chilooko where the suspect was hiding.

She said: “On the fateful day which was on February 8, the suspect hired Madalitso Martin aged 18, from Ntchisi boma to take him to Chisesa village.

“Upon reaching Kaombe Forest in the area of Traditional Authority Chilooko, Pitilizani attacked and stabbed the motorcycle operator in the stomach and right arm in attempt to rob him of his motorcycle.”

She said the victim struggled and managed to take off the knife and used it to stab the suspect on the head.

Due to this, the suspect got overpowered and fled.

The victim was later found by passersby who took him to Ntchisi District Hospital where he was referred to Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH).

The suspect will soon appear in court to answer charges leveled against him.