By Twink Jones Gadama
In a shocking tale of betrayal and recklessness, a 27-year-old Chinese national, Wang Jixiang, has been arrested by the police for squandering his boss’s K70 million kwacha at a local casino.
According to police spokesperson Hastings Chigalu, Wang Jixiang was entrusted by his boss, who is currently abroad, to deposit the money at a bank.
However, instead of following his boss’s instructions, Wang Jixiang decided to take a detour to the casino, where he spent the entire K70 million kwacha on bets.
The police spokesperson revealed that Wang Jixiang’s boss had ordered him to deposit the money at the bank, but he had other plans. “He took his boss’s vehicle and went to the casino, where he spent all the money,” Chigalu said.
After blowing the entire amount, Wang Jixiang’s phones went out of reach, and he went into hiding.
However, the police were hot on his heels and managed to track him down to Area 43, where he was hiding at the residence of a fellow Chinese national, Wen Jui, aged 50.
The police also arrested Wen Jui for concealing Wang Jixiang and preventing him from being arrested.
During interrogation, Wang Jixiang confessed to spending the K70 million kwacha at the casino.
He also revealed that he had abandoned his boss’s vehicle at the gate of Bwaila clinic, and the police were able to recover the vehicle.
The police spokesperson commended the swift action of the police in apprehending Wang Jixiang and recovering the vehicle. “We are committed to maintaining law and order in our community, and we will not tolerate any behavior that puts individuals or society at risk,” Chigalu said.
The incident has raised concerns about the prevalence of gambling addiction and the need for stricter regulations to prevent such incidents.
“This is a classic case of how gambling can destroy lives,” said a local resident on condition of anonymity. “The casino should also be held accountable for allowing someone to spend such a large amount of money in one sitting.”
The police have charged Wang Jixiang with theft and concealment of stolen property, while Wen Jui has been charged with concealing a suspect. The two are expected to appear in court soon.
As the investigation continues, the police are urging members of the public to report any suspicious activity or behavior to the authorities. “We rely on the public’s cooperation to keep our community safe,” Chigalu said.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and responsible behavior, particularly when it comes to handling large sums of money.
As the police continue to investigate the matter, one thing is clear: Wang Jixiang’s reckless actions will have serious consequences.
The police are also urging employers to be cautious when entrusting their employees with large sums of money.
“Employers should ensure that they have adequate measures in place to prevent such incidents from occurring,” Chigalu said.
As the community continues to grapple with the implications of this incident, one thing is clear: the need for responsible behavior and accountability is more pressing than ever.
