Police have arrested famous musician John Malunga for allegedly stealing a vehicle which he initially hired for his business.

Central Region Police Spokesperson Superintendent Nolliettie Chihana Chimala confirmed of the arrest in an interview with Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS).

According to Chimala, the musician failed to meet the rental agreement, and later relocated to the north where he allegedly changed the number plate of the vehicle.

Malunga,38, comes from Kamitengo village in the area of Traditional Authority Mulonyeni in Mchinji.