A **Zambian police officer** was arrested for releasing **13 suspects** from custody to celebrate the **New Year**.
Detective inspector **Titus Phiri**, while intoxicated, seized the **cell keys** and ordered detainees to celebrate outside.
The suspects, accused of **violent crimes** such as assault and robbery, are currently **on the run**.
The police launched a **manhunt** for the escaped detainees following the incident that occurred at **Leonard Cheelo police station**.
This incident parallels a **1997 case** where a judge similarly ordered the release of numerous suspects, highlighting ongoing issues within the Zambian justice system.
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