Police in Mangochi on Monday, November 9, 2026 arrested 42-year-old Martin Moyo for allegedly possessing 500 litres of diesel without a permit at Bakili Muluzi Highway Roundabout within Mangochi Township. Moyo hails from Ngalande Village, Traditional Authority Njolomole, in Ntcheu District.
Mangochi Police Station Public Relations Officer Inspector Amina Tepani Daudi said on the night of the said date, a team of police officers mounted an ad- hoc roadblock at the said location.
During the operation, they intercepted a two-tonne Nissan Vanette, registration number LL 15422, driven by the suspect from the direction of M’baluku towards Mangochi Boma.
“Upon searching the vehicle, officers discovered three drums containing diesel, with a total volume of 500 litres,” she explained.
Moyo was immediately arrested after failing to produce any documentation authorising the possession or transportation of the petroleum product.
Meanwhile, he is expected to appear before court soon to answer charges relating to the illegal possession of petroleum products.
This comes barely days after the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) provided information warning the public against the illegal possession, transportation and storage of petroleum products.
Police in Mangochi continue to warn the public against the malpractice, emphasizing the serious safety risks and legal consequences associated with it.
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