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But let\u2019s be clear, this law targets organised crime. It targets the insatiable greed behind complex, layered financial schemes meant to hide the origins of illicit wealth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThese are not your everyday Joes. These are thugs in suits and perfume, well-connected, high net-worth individuals who exploit systems and cover their tracks with expensive lawyers,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DPP Phiri challenged investigators across institutions to match the sophistication of criminals with professionalism and diligence in their investigations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He also addressed the troubling public perception that justice is selective, with ruling party members seemingly shielded from scrutiny and calling the question rhetorical but nonetheless demanding self-reflection from enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Why aren&#8217;t you doing what the public is asking? As DPP, I&#8217;m waiting for those dockets. 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