By Rahim Abdul
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has arrested a 25-year-old man in connection with the murder of Dr Atughanile Chomo, whose body was discovered at her residence in Mount Pleasant, Blantyre, on July 7, 2026.
The suspect, identified as Macmillan Mvevula, was arrested following an intelligence-led operation carried out by detectives from the Blantyre Criminal Investigations Department (CID), according to a police statement released on Thursday.
The statement was signed by Superintendent Alfred Chimthere, Deputy National Public Relations Officer for the Malawi Police Service.
Police said the arrest represents a major breakthrough in the investigation into the killing, which has drawn widespread public attention since Dr Chomo’s body was found earlier this week.
During the operation, detectives recovered a Redmi mobile phone believed to belong to the deceased, which investigators say could assist in establishing the circumstances surrounding the murder.
The Malawi Police Service also confirmed that forensic evidence has been collected to support the ongoing investigation and strengthen the case against the suspect.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the killing, saying investigations are continuing and additional details will be made public when appropriate.
Police identified the suspect as a resident of Mtika Village under Traditional Authority Ngolongoliwa in Thyolo District.
Mvevula remains in police custody and is expected to appear before court soon to answer charges related to the alleged murder of Dr Chomo.
The Malawi Police Service has assured the public that investigations are continuing and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that everyone connected to the case is brought before the courts in accordance with the law.
