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Reckless and negligent’ handling of firearm results in suicide
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Reckless and negligent’ handling of firearm results in suicide

Aman (20) allegedly took his own life in Windhoek on Friday with his cousin’s Baikal pistol. The man allegedly took the firearm from underneath his cousin’s pillow while he was sleeping. This is according to the police’s weekend crime report. Salomo Valombola’s body was found in the toilet of the house he shares with his...

Five arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm
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Five arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm

Maria David FIVE men between the ages of 24 and 38 have been arrested after being found in possession of an unlicensed firearm on Wednesday. NamPol Head of Media Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga said that they were also charged with possession of housebreaking implements and attempted robbery. Kuwinga indicated that the five were apprehended around...

No bail for man accused of illegal possession of firearm
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No bail for man accused of illegal possession of firearm

Staff Reporter BONIFASIUS Simon, the 31-year-old resident of Okafa Koushongo in the Omusati Region who was recently arrested for illegal possession of a firearm, appeared in the Outapi Magistrate’s court. The case was postponed to the 12th of February next year, and he was remanded in custody. Simon, as seen in the picture, was apprehended...

Namibia launches firearm amnesty campaign
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Namibia launches firearm amnesty campaign

HitRadio has reported on the launch of a firearm amnesty campaign taking place from September 1 to 30. During this period, individuals are encouraged to voluntarily surrender unlicensed firearms without the risk of facing criminal charges. However, Safety and Security Minister, Albert Kawana says those who fail to surrender illegal firearms by 30 September 30...