RUNDU – Jonas Kandiwapa Mwonde, a police officer from Ndama sub-station in Rundu who was arrested last week for allegedly shooting a civilian, was denied bail on Thursday.
Mwonde (45) made his debut appearance in the Rundu Magistrate’s Court before magistrate Selma Shiiga.
The prosecution is charging Mwonde with a count of attempted murder for allegedly shooting Frans Kambinda Ndara (35).
The incident occurred on 1 October at a bar in Ngcangcana village, south of Rundu when Mwonde was off-duty.
It is alleged that Mwonde used his service weapon – a Macarov pistol – to shoot Ndara. The weapon has since been seized and will be used as an exhibit in the case.
The court postponed the case to 7 December for further Investigation and for Mwonde to acquire legal representation.
Prosecutor, Michael Munika represented the State in the matter. – jmuyamba@nepc.com.na