14/03/2026
As a concerned citizen and resident of Ndola, I am driven by an unwavering commitment to justice and compelled to express my profound concerns regarding the recent investigation into the tragic death of 24-year-old student Mitch Mulenga.
According to reports, Mitch was reported missing on January 27, 2026, and his body was discovered two days ago in an unfinished building near his residence, a discovery that has shaken our community to its core. Upon reviewing the police report, including the meticulous details of the post-mortem examination, I noticed glaring discrepancies that imperatively warrant further scrutiny and transparency. The report describes the remains as being in a 'decomposed state' and later 'in a skeletal state,' which suggests that the body had been there for approximately six weeks, from January 27 to March 12, a timeline that demands meticulous examination. During this period of decomposition, ligaments and muscles inevitably break down, potentially causing the body to detach from any rope and collapse to the ground, thereby raising critical questions about the circumstances surrounding his death. Given these circumstances, it is crucially important that we consider the possibility that the body could have been moved or repositioned, an eventuality that underscores the need for a thorough investigation. Notably, the police report mentions a rope tied to the roofing planks; however, it fails to confirm whether the rope was still around the deceased's neck, which is a critical omission that heightens our concerns.
A comprehensive forensic report typically includes illuminating details such as ligature marks on the neck, the precise position of the knot, signs of struggle, toxicology results, hyoid bone examination, and insect activity to determine the time of death with greater accuracy. The absence of these specifics in the provided report raises profound concerns about its thoroughness and accuracy, concerns that we cannot in good conscience ignore. Furthermore, the presence of Mitch's bag, NRC, phone, and documents near the body, with no mention of disturbance or theft, adds to the ambiguity and uncertainty that currently shrouds this case. In cases of robbery or murder, it is common for phones and valuables to be taken, making the lack of such evidence all the more puzzling. The inconsistencies and lack of detail in the report make it formidably challenging to conclude the cause of death with certainty, a challenge that necessitates a more detailed and transparent investigation. A more detailed investigation, including meticulous analysis of Mitch's phone activity, mobile money transactions, and last known locations based on network tower connections, would be indispensable in piecing together the events surrounding his death and ultimately uncovering the truth. I fervently hope that the authorities will conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into this matter, an investigation that brings solace to Mitch's family and justice to our community.
