Colonel Sébastien Kabulo, Chief of Police for the territory of Kasenga in the province of Haut-Katanga, was found dead on Friday July 21, 2023. According to available information, he was the victim of an assassination, his body having been discovered in a well, tied up and partially naked.
The spokesman for the police in Haut-Katanga, Major Charles Bin Lwamba, confirmed this sad news, stressing that only investigations can determine the exact circumstances of his death. However, initial findings point to foul play.
It should be noted that the deceased was the brother of the current Minister of Sports and Recreation, François-Claude Kabulo Mwana Kabulo. Passionate about sport, he notably held the position of President of the police football club in Lubumbashi.
This shocking assassination raises many questions and arouses deep emotion among the population. Safety and security are priority issues in our society and it is essential that all light be shed on this matter.
This tragic event also highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the performance of their duties. They are on the front line to keep us safe and deserve our respect and support.
The competent authorities must carry out a thorough investigation in order to identify the culprits and bring them to justice. It is crucial that impunity does not prevail and that measures are taken to strengthen the security of police officers.
In conclusion, the disappearance of Colonel Sébastien Kabulo is a tragic loss for his family, his colleagues and the community. Let us hope that justice is done and that measures are taken to prevent such acts of violence in the future. The security of the police must be an absolute priority so that they can carry out their mission of protecting the population in complete peace of mind