More suicide incidents were recorded over the past Easter weekend countrywide compared to last year.

The youngest person to take their life in this way was a 21-year-old male, while the eldest was an 84-year-old female.
 
Considering the six suicide cases reported across the country, police are urging the public to speak out concerning burning issues.

Chief Inspector Elifas Kawinga of the Namibian Police Public Relations Division says the growing rate of suicide cases in the country points to the need for intervention.

The second most frequently listed crime over the weekend was housebreaking, with ten houses reported broken into in the capital.

Police are urging the public to avoid posting their whereabouts on social media and to inform the police when leaving their properties to help discourage criminals.

He adds that, in most cases, these incidents are avoidable, including pedestrian bumps, drug-related incidents, reckless driving, and drinking and driving.

He urged the public to adhere to the road regulations.

However, he applauded the public for the reduction in some incidents.