By Rahim Abdul
The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has confirmed that it has sent medical evidence related to the death of Dr. Atughanile Chomo outside Malawi for forensic analysis to strengthen the prosecution’s case.
Ministry spokesperson Frank Namangale said the decision was made despite the Malawi Police Service already conducting extensive investigations into the case.
According to Namangale, an independent forensic examination by international experts is necessary to ensure that the evidence meets the required legal standard before the case proceeds to trial.
He explained that once the forensic report is received, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) will issue a certificate committing the case to the High Court.
This will pave the way for the murder case against 25-year-old Macmillan Mvevule, who was arrested earlier this month in connection with Dr. Chomo’s death, to begin before the High Court.
Namangale further said the DPP’s Office remains committed to ensuring that murder cases are prosecuted promptly and within reasonable timeframes, in line with the country’s legal procedures.
Dr. Chomo, aged 28, was an emergency medicine doctor at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre.
He was found dead at his home in Blantyre earlier this month, sparking widespread public concern and renewed calls for justice from members of the public and the medical fraternity.
The circumstances surrounding his death attracted significant national attention, with many people demanding a thorough investigation and accountability for those responsible.
Authorities are now finalising preparations for the case while awaiting the forensic report from the international experts, which is expected to play a key role in the prosecution before the matter is taken to the High Court.
