FORMER defence minister George Mpombo has condemned the beating of police officers in Katete district but argues that it’s “cringeworthy and befuddling” that professionally trained cops can be overpowered by villagers. And Mpombo says government should consider rescinding its decision to engage a private firm to audit security wings, as it may have political consequences. Meanwhile, Police in Katete have jointly charged the 20 suspects who were arrested in connection with the beating of police officers with malicious damage to property, arson and assault on Police. In an interview, Mpombo said the thrashing of police officers in Katete recently was a source of concern. “The thrashing of our police officers recently in Katete is a source of great concern to...