Tanzania Police detain two officers over civilian shooting in Dodoma

Dodoma Regional Police Commander, Gallus Hyera

Dodoma. A resident of Mgomwa hamlet in Matumbulu ward, Frank Sanga, 32, has died after being shot by police officers on patrol. The incident occurred when he attempted to assist his brother, who had been arrested on traffic offences, to avoid being taken to the police station.

The shooting happened on July 19, 2025, at around 1:30pm in Matumbulu, Dodoma. Frank sustained gunshot wounds to his left thigh and ankle and later died while receiving treatment in hospital.