Article Summary: In Matadi, Kongo-Central, 25 alleged criminals, including gang leaders, were presented to the population. Among them is Landu Matona, alias “the popular”, a notorious criminal. Some members of this group have committed violent and repeat offences, which raises questions about the flaws in the justice system.
In Matadi, a large-scale operation was carried out by security forces, resulting in the arrest of 25 individuals suspected of various crimes and offences. These criminals, known locally as “Kuluna”, were publicly presented to the population by the urban authority, Dominique Nkodia Mbete.
Among these individuals, the name of Landu Matona, better known as “the popular”, attracted attention. This armed gang leader, member of the fearsome “Union sacrée” gang, has committed serious criminal acts, including the murder of a police officer. His presence among the suspected criminals arrested raises concerns about the scale of organized crime in the region.
Other members of the group are also repeat offenders, such as Bitolo alias Boyca and Tadila alias But na filet, who have been involved in acts of violence, including repeated rapes. The fact that these criminals were able to act with impunity despite their criminal records raises doubts about the effectiveness of the justice and crime suppression system in Matadi.
The mayor of the city has assured that these individuals will be publicly tried and sentenced in accordance with the law. However, this case raises the crucial question of the effectiveness of crime prevention and suppression measures in the region, as well as the protection of citizens from acts of violence and insecurity.
It is imperative that local authorities strengthen their efforts to combat organized crime and ensure the security of the population. Stricter measures must be taken to tackle the roots of crime and severely punish offenders, in order to ensure a safe and peaceful environment for all residents of Matadi and Kongo-Central.