Let’s combat passion killings
Friday, August 11, 2023 | 900 Views |
Despite peace and tolerance being synonymous with Batswana, a series of murders glorified as passion killings have not been reflective of the standard of serenity abound in our society. There is no passion in the heinous crime of murder as usually men use weapons such as knives, axes or guns to slay their partners.
The aggrieved used to control anger or frustration and channel such feelings towards non-destructive outlets but over the years, they have been exhibiting a frightening lack of control.
More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...