Police in Nkhata Bay have launched a manhunt of murder and arson suspects in a case which has led to the death of a 19-year-old 
and the setting ablaze of five houses at Malengasanga and Chivuta villages in the district.
According to Kondwani James Nkhata bay police spokesperson the deceased is believed to have been attacked by one Gift Kwenda whe he was coming from a drinking escapade.
James said Banda was later pronounced dead while being treated at Nkhata bay district hospital due to excessive blood loss.
His death forced his relatives to retaliate therefore damaging and setting ablaze about five houses including household items.
Source. MIJ
