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In a surprising twist, one of the armed robbers involved in the daring heist on a Safeguard Security cash-in-transit vehicle in Bulawayo on Thursday afternoon briefly removed his mask to purchase chewing gum from a street vendor just moments before the attack.
According to the female vendor, who spoke to ZTN Prime, the suspect remained silent, only uttering a few words to request and pay for the chewing gum. She said:
<blockquote>
He walked up to me to purchase chewing gum, and shortly after, I saw him unloading trunks from the Safeguard Security vehicle. When I witnessed them brandishing guns, I quickly gathered my belongings and fled the scene. Although he didn’t utter a word beyond requesting the chewing gum, I’m confident I’d be able to identify him if I saw him again.
</blockquote>
The six armed robbers made off with a reported US$4 million in cash from a Safeguard CIT van at the Ecobank Parkade Centre branch.
The van had just loaded metal boxes filled with cash when the robbers, armed with AK47s, quickly surrounded the truck and overpowered the guards at approximately 3:30 PM.
Witnesses captured videos and photos as the masked robbers, donning bucket hats, calmly loaded the cash-filled boxes into the open cargo bay of a white Ford Ranger single-cab vehicle.
After securing their loot, they sped off on Fife Street towards 10th Avenue.
According to Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, initial estimates put the stolen amount at US$4 million in cash. He added:
<blockquote>
How this robbery occurred shows an element of an inside job or leakage of information.
As investigations intensify, police assure the public that the law will take its course without fear or favour.
</blockquote>
Police sources revealed to <a href="https://www.zimlive.com/over-us4-million-stolen-in-zimbabwes-biggest-cash-heist/">ZimLive </a>that the Central Investigations Department’s crack teams, typically deployed to tackle major crimes, had been grounded due to a lack of fuel in their vehicles – a situation that had persisted for over a week.
As the investigation continued, police were still questioning staff from the bank and Safeguard late into the night on Thursday.
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Someone stole a lot of money - US$4 million - from a truck in Bulawayo. The thieves had big guns and masks. A street vendor saw one of the robbers buy gum before the heist. The robbers took the cash and drove away in a white car. The police think someone inside helped the robbers. The police are investigating, but they had trouble because their cars didn't have enough fuel. The robbers are still at large, and the police are trying to catch them.

"Armed Robber Bought Chewing Gum Moments Before US$4 Million Heist "

Five police officers in Bulawayo accused of killing a suspected armed robber have been cleared by the High Court.
The officers—Herbert Kanyinji, Bornwell Mahachi, Amiga Shumba, Norge Rapayi, and Mbekezeli Bhebhe—pleaded not guilty, and Judge Justice Evangelista Kabasa acquitted them.
According to the court papers, seen by <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200030936/5-cops-acquitted-of-killing-armed-robbery-suspect">NewsDay</a>, on March 30, 2021, the five officers were part of a team sent to arrest Nkululeko Banda, who was suspected of several robberies in Bulawayo and Esigodini.
Armed with AK-47 rifles, they forced their way into Banda’s home, arrested him, and allegedly assaulted him.
After taking him away around midnight, they brought him to United Bulawayo Hospitals, where he was declared dead on arrival.
In court, the officers explained that when they entered Banda’s bedroom, he tried to disarm Shumba, leading to a struggle.
They claimed they subdued him and tied his hands but said he later broke free. They then took him to Claremont on a recovery mission, believing he had a hidden weapon.
During the trip, Banda reportedly had a seizure. As his condition worsened, they took him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Witnesses included Banda’s wife, Rejoice Nyathi, who said she ran out of the room during the assault but later saw drag marks in the yard.
She admitted she couldn’t identify the officers and didn’t dispute the gun discharge.
Banda’s stepfather and hospital nurses also testified. The nurses said he was already dead when brought in.
A post-mortem indicated that the cause of death was asphyxia due to neck constriction.
Justice Kabasa noted that the marks on Banda’s body could have come from rubbing against rough surfaces or sharp objects. She said:
<blockquote>
Could this not have occurred inside the bedroom at the time the gun was discharged under the circumstances described by the accused?
Unfortunately, the only witness who could have assisted was deceased’s wife, but she had left the room. The deceased did not live to tell his side of the story.
We have already stated that the nature of the assault is not linked to the cause of death. There is no nexus linking the accused’s actions to the cause of death.
We were left with more questions than answers as to when and where and who strangled the now-deceased.
The charge that the accused is facing of murder requires the State to prove that the accused unlawfully and intentionally caused the death of the deceased.
It is for these reasons that we came to the conclusion that the State failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt, entitling the accused to an acquittal.
Consequently, the five accused are found not guilty and acquitted.
</blockquote>
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Five police officers in Bulawayo were accused of killing a suspected armed robber, but they were cleared by the High Court. The officers were sent to arrest the suspect in March 2021 and allegedly assaulted him. The suspect later died at the hospital. Witnesses gave different accounts of what happened, but the court found that the State did not prove the officers caused the death. As a result, the officers were found not guilty of murder and were acquitted.

Five Police Officers Acquitted Of Killing Suspected Armed Robber

A suspected armed robber was shot dead by detectives in Domboshawa during a shootout on Saturday, July 27th. Two alleged accomplices were also arrested in the incident.
In a statement, Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the suspects are linked to several armed robberies that occurred between May 31st and July 23rd, 2024 in Harare. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
ARREST OF ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECTS IN DOMBOSHAVA
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Kenneth Chiputura (50) and Jaison Munyapa (18) in connection with a series of armed robberies which occurred between 31st May 2024 and 23rd July 2024 in July 2024 in Harare.
The other suspect, Raymond Mugabe (39) died upon admission at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals after a shootout with detectives in Domboshava.
On 26th July 2024, Detectives from CID Homicide, Harare, arrested Kenneth Chiputura at his residence in Nhamburo Village, Chinamhora, Domboshava after receiving information linking him to the robberies. The arrest led to the recovery of a bullet proof vest and 40 Chinese Yuan.
Further investigations by the detectives led to the arrest of Jaison Munyapa on 27th July 2024. He was found in possession of a CZ 75 SP-01 pistol, a Retay air gun and an empty bottle of champagne.
Raymond Mugabe, who was implicated in the robberies, was shot by the detectives during a shoot out as the suspect exchanged gunshots with detectives while hiding in a house at Dzorwa Village, Chinamhora, Domboshava. A CZ P-07 pistol, an empty bottle of wine, 0.44 Magnum revolver, a Grand Power 9mm pistol with an empty magazine, 8 X 9mmm magazines, 1 000 X 9mm live rounds, 28 X 303 live rounds and 9 X Magnum rounds were recovered at the scene.
The trio is linked to two armed robbery cases, including the one which occurred on 31st May 2024 at a house along Ruwanga Road, Mandara, Harare where US$15 000.00 cash, four firearms and jewelry were stolen and another robbery case which occurred on 23rd July 2024 at a house along Duiker Street, Mandara, Harare where US$1 000.00 cash and valuables worth US $1 000.00 were stolen.
Investigations are in progress to arrest the outstanding suspects only identified as Blessing and Mavhunga as well as recover stolen property and identify additional cases linked to the suspects.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police commends the public for providing positive information which led to the arrest of the suspects.
Anyone with information on criminal movements is urged to contact National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp on 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station.
</blockquote>
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The police shot and killed an armed robber in Domboshava during a shootout. Two other suspects were arrested for armed robberies in Harare. The suspects had stolen money and valuables in different cases. One suspect died in the shootout, and the police found many weapons at the scene. The police thank the public for helping catch the suspects. Investigations are still ongoing to catch more suspects and recover stolen items. People are encouraged to report any criminal activity to the police.

Armed Robber Shot Dead By Police In Domboshava

A suspect armed robber was shot dead during an exchange of fire with detectives in Domboramwari, Epworth, on Wednesday, police have said.
The deceased suspect has been identified as Norest Prosper Mutambudzi, who was reportedly part of a criminal gang linked to 10 different robbery cases.
These include a high-profile incident at a security company in Harare on May 16, 2022, where the gang made off with US$142,995 and six firearms.
They were also linked to a US$10,650 heist at a service station in Chinhamo, Hatfield, Harare, on March 29, 2024. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Thembinkosi Matutu (47) and Batsirai Hutsi (21) as well as the death of Norest Prosper Mutambudzi (48) following a shootout incident in Epworth on 17th and 18th July 2024.
This follows the arrest of Innocent Chawaguta (37), Tafadzwa Chirinda Charute (36), Owen Mbayi (37), Promise Mussa (36), Tapiwa Chigwaze (39), Winston Matizanadzo (46), Kamuriwo Mudziwaona (39), Farai Chauke (38), Simbarashe Vhazhure (33), John Manobo (34) and Happy Matombo (58), in connection with a spate of robbery cases which occurred in and around Harare from May 2022 to April 2024.
On 17th July 2024, detectives from CID Homicide, Harare acted on received information and arrested Thembinkosi Matutu at his residence in Chinamano Extension, Epworth.
Thembinkosi Matutu implicated Norest Prosper Mutambudzi and Batsirai Hutsi as his accomplices.
Thembinkosi Matutu lured Norest Prosper Mutambudzi to Domboramwari, Epworth where the detectives had mounted an ambush.
On seeing the detectives, Norest Prosper Mutambudzi withdrew a firearm from his waist and a shootout ensued.
Resultantly, Norest Prosper Mutambudzi was shot in the abdomen and was ferried to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals for treatment where he was pronounced dead upon admission.
The detectives managed to recover a 9mm pistol with three live rounds and 2 X 9mm spent cartridges at the scene.
On 18th July 2024, Batsirai Hutsi (21) was arrested at Muza Shopping Area, Epworth after a shootout.
The suspect’s arrest led to the recovery of a magazine with 8 X 9mm rounds, a .38 special Smith and Wesson revolver with one live round and a 9mm Llama pistol.
The suspects are being linked to 10 cases of robbery including the one which occurred on 16th May 2022 at a security company in Harare where US$142 995.00 and six firearms were stolen as well as a robbery case which occurred on 29th March 2024 at a service station in Chinhamo, Hatfield, Harare where US$10 650.00 was stolen.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that there is no going back in the fight against armed robbery cases in the country.
The crack teams set up by the Zimbabwe Republic Police command are alert and will ensure that the law takes its course without fear or favour.
</blockquote>
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In Domboramwari, Epworth, a suspect robber named Norest Prosper Mutambudzi was shot and killed by police during a gunfight. Norest was part of a gang connected to 10 robbery cases, including one where they stole a lot of money and firearms. Another suspect, Batsirai Hutsi, was also arrested after a shootout. The police recovered weapons and ammunition from the suspects. The police are committed to fighting armed robbery in the country and will continue to arrest those involved in criminal activities.

Suspect Killed In Shootout With Police In Domboramwari

A 23-year-old man from Zvishavane, Gabriel Nyerebani, has been sentenced to a total of 12 and a half years in prison for a series of robberies and related offences.
Nyerebani recently appeared before the Zvishavane Magistrates’ Court, where he was charged with four counts of robbery, one count of impersonating a police officer, and one count of possessing prohibited knives.
The court established that on July 10, 2024, Nyerebani and his accomplice, Tinashe Methias Nyerebani (still at large), went on a robbery spree targeting small-scale miners in Zvishavane.
The two, wearing balaclavas and in possession of pepper spray and a pistol, approached the complainants and falsely claimed to be police officers.
They then threatened the complainants and demanded cash from them.
The accused was apprehended after robbing a complainant who was panning for gold using a monster metal detector.
The robbers fired a shot into the air, causing the complainant and his co-workers to flee, leaving the metal detector behind.
The accused and his accomplice then sold the stolen metal detector back to the complainant for $50. The complainant reported the incident to the police, leading to Nyerebani’s arrest.
During the arrest, Nyerebani was found in possession of two Okapi knives, which are considered prohibited weapons.
Nyerebani was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for counts 1,2,3 and 5 (which were treated as one), of which 1 year was suspended. 
He was sentenced to a further 4 years imprisonment for count 4, of which 1 year was suspended. Another 6 months imprisonment was added for count 6.
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23-year-old Gabriel Nyerebani from Zvishavane robbed small-scale miners. He pretended to be a police officer. Nyerebani and his accomplice stole a metal detector. They sold it back to the victim for $50. The victim reported the robbery to the police. Nyerebani was caught with prohibited knives. He was sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison for his crimes. Nyerebani's accomplice is still on the run.

23-year-old Zvishavane Robber Targets Small-scale Miners

An ex-convict allegedly teamed up with two robbers to track his cousin from Harare to his rural home in Rusape where they robbed him of US$3 170 realised from tobacco sales.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) acting spokesperson in Manicaland Province Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka confirmed the arrest of Thomas Guri (40) to <a href="https://www.manicapost.co.zw/jailbird-sets-robbers-on-brother/">The Manica Post</a>.
Guri is facing charges of armed robbery as defined in Section 126 of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, Chapter 9.23.
The robbery incident occurred on June 3, 2024, less than six days after Guri had met the victim, Brian Joseni (34), at an auction floor in Harare, where he discovered that he had sold a number of tobacco bales and had a lot of money.
It is alleged that Guri connived with Modeen Nyambuya, whom he had previously met at Harare Remand Prison in 2022 where they befriended each other and exchanged contact details, and another as yet unidentified suspect, to rob Joseni.
The suspects allegedly used a metal object to gain entry into Joseni’s house in Chabarwa Village under Chief Makoni.
While inside, they withdrew a pistol and fired a single shot on the roof, and tied Joseni with a cable, while demanding money from him. Said Asst Insp. Chinyoka:
<blockquote>
On June 3, 2024 at around 10pm, the three accused persons teamed up and proceeded to the complainant’s residence where he (complainant) was sleeping.
The suspects broke Mr Joseni’s door using a metal object, and Nyambuya and the other unidentified suspect gained entry, while Guri guarded the door.
While inside, the two suspects withdrew an unknown pistol and fired one shot in the air, demanding cash from Mr Joseni.
They tied Mr Joseni’s legs and hands using electric cables before hitting him with a metal object under the feet so that he could yield to their demands.
</blockquote>
Joseni allegedly withdrew a wallet containing US$600 that was under the sofa and gave it to the robbers.
The robbers, however, proceeded to ransack the house, turning mattresses and sofas upside down and stole several items, including cellphones. Said Asst. Insp. Chinyoka:
<blockquote>
They searched the house, and stole another wallet with US$2 500 which was hidden behind the wardrobe.
The accused persons also took an Itel A18 and two Itel 5606 small cellphones from the house. They grabbed the keys from the table, locked the doors from outside and vanished from the scene.
</blockquote>
Asst Insp Chinyoka said Joseni managed to untie himself and rushed to inform his neighbhour, Peter Maramwidze (40).
The two followed the suspects’ shoeprints to Nyamazira Business Centre, where Joseni positively identified Guri.
Police were immediately notified about the incident, leading to Guri’s arrest and a manhunt was also launched for Nyambuya and the other unidentified suspect.
The robbers made off with a total of US$3 170, and nothing was recovered.
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Ex-Convict Sets Armed Robbers On Cousin

Police shot a robbery suspect in Queens Park, Bulawayo, on Saturday after he allegedly dropped a machete and tried to disarm one of the officers.
In a statement issued on Monday, 22 April, Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Assistant Commissioner said that James Moyo (35) was shot in the stomach by the police and was referred to United Bulawayo Hospitals for treatment. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms a shooting incident involving a robbery suspect, James Moyo (35), which occurred in Queens Park, Bulawayo on 20 April 2024.
The shooting incident follows the arrest of the suspect as well as Tinashe Dembure (29) and Mthulisi Maphosa (29) for robbery at Gunya Shopping Centre, Mahatshula North, Bulawayo on 20th April 2024 at around 1500 hours.
Upon arrest, James Moyo dropped a machete and tried to disarm a police officer who was armed with a CZ pistol loaded with six rounds.
Subsequently, the suspect was shot on the stomach by the police and was referred to United Bulawayo Hospitals for treatment.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that any form of confrontation with police officers, by criminals, will be met with appropriate response.
Members of the public are urged to be alert and report all criminal acts on National Complaints Desk number (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp on 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station.
</blockquote>
In the past, the police have faced accusations of employing excessive force against suspects. However, Assistant Commissioner Nyathi has refuted claims that the ZRP operates under a shoot-to-kill policy.
According to Asst Comm. Nyathi, law enforcement officers do not use lethal force indiscriminately against suspects or individuals.
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Police Shoot Armed Robber In Bulawayo

A 35-year-old armed robber was arrested after the Police tracked one of the complainant’s Samsung cellphones, which was stolen during the robbery, through a call log supplied by Econet Wireless.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Tafadzwa Kamandiyapa of Epworth Suburb in Harare will spend 15 years in prison after he was found guilty of robbery by the Chinhoyi Magistrates’ Court.
The court heard that on 16 April 2022 at around 01:30 AM, Kamandiyapa (35), McDonald Chaka and 5 others who are still at large, broke into the complainant’s house at Shipton Farm in Banket.
The suspects used a bolt cutter to cut off the burglar bars on the dining room window.
They struck the complainant several times all over the body using a small axe and threatened to shoot him if he failed to comply with their demands.
The robbers demanded money and other valuables and the complainant complied and surrendered US$1 195.
The gang ransacked the house and loaded the complainant’s property onto their 3-tonne truck.
They also ordered the complainant to surrender 2 Samsung cellphones and the keys to his Ford Ranger vehicle and fled from the scene.
Police recovered the complainant’s vehicle on the same day dumped along Mapinga-Trelawney road.
The small axe which was used to assault the complainant was also recovered in the vehicle.
The Police tracked one of the complainant’s Samsung cellphones through a call log supplied by Econet Wireless, leading to its recovery from McDonald Chaka on 15 January 2024.
Further police investigations led to the recovery of several other items which included two laptops and a generator leading to the arrest of Kamandiyapa.
Kamandiyapa was sentenced to 20 years of which 5 years were suspended.
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Call Log Helps Police Arrest Armed Robber

A police officer who was stationed at Nkulumane Police Station in Bulawayo allegedly sent a gang of four robbers to rob his best friend.
<a href="https://bmetro.co.zw/betrayal-cop-sent-robbers-to-raid-best-friend/">B-Metro</a> reported that businessman Never Sarukore who was recently robbed at gunpoint, later discovered that his friend, Detective Constable Wellington Ndoro was the mastermind of the robbery.
In that robbery which took place at his home in Nkulumane suburb, Sarukore was robbed of US$5 300 and R14 000.
Ndoro was arrested in Victoria Falls during the Festive Season and is now being charged with several armed robberies that he allegedly masterminded in and around Bulawayo.
He had gone to the resort town with his gang on an armed robbery mission with a list of targets when he was arrested.
Ndoro allegedly supplied information to his accomplices and transported them under the cover of darkness to rob his friend Sarukore.
Speaking to B-Metro, Ndoro said even when detectives from the police’s homicide section asked him who he suspected, Ndoro’s name never crossed his mind. He said:
<blockquote>
I never suspected Ndoro because to me he was a friend who would protect me.
</blockquote>
Sarukore narrated the sequence of events on the night when the armed robbers raided his home. He said:
<blockquote>
When I was sleeping at home with my family four robbers who were armed with a pistol, bolt-cutter, and tyre lever used the tools to open the door and entered through the sitting room and walked straight to my bedroom.
When I heard footsteps we woke up, one of the robbers pointed a gun at me and demanded US$20 000.
I told them that I do not have such an amount of money but they said they were told that I have it.
They looked scary. One was hooded while the other had bloodshot eyes and scars on his face.
They threatened to shoot me dead but I maintained that I do not have such an amount.
I told them that I had US$5 300 and R14 000 and surrendered it to them. They also took four cellphones and a laptop.
They threatened to kill my wife and forced-marched me to my house helper’s bedroom and took US$100 from her.
They spent almost an hour insisting that they wanted US$20 000 but I stood my ground and told them that I don’t have such an amount.
One of the robbers told me straight to my face that they were instructed not to attack me but to take the money only. After an hour they gave up and left.
</blockquote>
Sarukore said the following day he met Ndoro near Nkulumane Complex and told him about the ordeal. He said:
<blockquote>
I met him by chance near Nkulumane Complex while he was driving to Kelvin North to service his car.
I told him that I had been robbed and he expressed shock and seemed to be in a hurry.
He told me that he would embark on a journey. After a day I received a call from another friend informing me that Ndoro had been arrested in Victoria Falls for attempted robbery.
After that, I began to suspect that he could be the one behind the robbery at my home.
</blockquote>
Sarukore’s suspicions were confirmed when the suspects who were brought by detectives from CID Homicide for indications revealed that his best friend was the mastermind of the robbery. He said:
<blockquote>
The suspects opened up and told me that they were given information by Ndoro and they were told to get US$20 000.
They even told me that he drove them to my house and warned them never to attack me or any member of my family but to take the money only and that’s what they did.
They told me that Ndoro had taken all the cellphones and a laptop. And they shared the money equally.
</blockquote>
Sarukore said his friendship with Ndoro dated four years back and their families always visited each other. He said:
<blockquote>
Ndoro and I were very close. His family and my family always visited each other. Ndoro knows every interior corner or part of my rooms.
Our friendship dates back four years when he was still stationed at Nkulumane Police Station before he was transferred to Gwanda.
Even when he was in Gwanda our bond remained strong as we communicated quite often. We always visited each other.
Recently he was transferred back to Nkulumane Police Station and our friendship remained strong.
</blockquote>
He also revealed that they used to attend the same church but along the way, Ndoro stopped going to church.
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Police Officer Sends Armed Robbers To Raid Best Friend

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has appealed to members of the public to assist in identifying one of the suspects who was among a group of assailants who robbed police officers who were manning a roadblock in Masvingo on Thursday 11 January.
The ZRP has supplied a picture of the suspect who was captured on CCTV at a service station in Masvingo.
The four suspects posed as members of the uniformed service when they robbed the police officers.
Later that day, the robbers boarded a Toyota Fun Cargo at Gurutsime Business Centre near Renco Mine claiming that they wanted to go to Chiredzi.
Along the way, the driver of the vehicle suspected he was carrying armed robbery suspects and disembarked from the vehicle and tried to run away.
One of the robbers drew out a firearm and shot the motorist in the chest. He later succumbed to the gunshot wound at Masvingo General Hospital. ZRP said in a statement:
<blockquote>
Reference is made to the ZRP press statement on a series of armed robbery cases which occurred on 11/01/2024 in Masvingo from CBD to Renco and a Police Roadblock site along Nemamwa –Muchakata Road, Masvingo.
The ZRP is appealing for information which may assist in identifying one of the suspects who was captured on CCTV at a service station in Masvingo.
Anyone with information on the full particulars and identity of the suspect to contact the National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp on 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station.
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</blockquote>
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Police Roadblock Armed Robbery Suspect Caught On CCTV

Musician Freeman, whose real name is Energy Sylvester Chizanga, said that he is not an armed robber or involved in any criminal activity.
This comes after pictures emerged in which Freeman posed with Godknows Machingura, a suspected armed robber who was allegedly shot dead by detectives during a shootout in Harare recently.
Freeman’s camp said that his involvement with Machingura, who was a music promoter in South Africa, was purely on showbiz business.
<a href="https://www.hmetro.co.zw/im-not-an-armed-robber-freeman/">H-Metro</a> cited the musician as saying he first knew Machingura in 2017 when he promoted his first show in Durban, South Africa.
Just like other local artists, Freeman performed in South Africa courtesy of the late Machingura, insisted his camp.
Freeman, through his lawyer Dumisani Mthombeni, was cited as saying he only posted Machingura on his social media platforms as an appreciation after he sponsored one of his music videos “Unobvuma Here”, which features Nox.
Machingura, who was based in Durban, reportedly promoted several musicians from Zimbabwe and had been posting photos with them on his social media platforms.
In 2021 a picture of Freeman and Charles Chirara, one of the three armed robbers gunned down by former detective Joseph Nemaisa during a Chadcombe shoot-out circulated on social media.
The shootout occurred soon after the release of Freeman’s album “Robbery”, prompting detectives from the CID Homicide Section to summon him (Freeman) in for questioning to explain his association with the criminals.
Freeman said that he knew Chirara, who he said was his fan and voluntary show bouncer, but didn’t know that he was a robber.
In the latest incident, Machingura (44) was allegedly part of a gang of criminals which also included three South African nationals.
In a recent statement, Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said that Machingura and a South African national Jabulani Ngobeni (45) were fatally shot during a shootout with detectives in Arcadia, Harare.
Machingura was reportedly in Shamva monitoring the movement of their target before he was lured to Harare where the shootout ensued.
According to <a href="https://www.thestandard.co.zw/standard-style/article/200021322/freeman-linked-to-another-robbery-case">The Standard</a>, Machingura was a well-known socialite and music promoter who lived a lavish life.
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Freeman Denies Criminal Involvement Amid Alleged Ties With Slain Suspected Armed Robber Godknows Machingura

A 42-year-old shop owner in Zvishavane was shot in the head and killed by an armed robber at her home on 13 December, police have said.
In a statement, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Assistant Commissioner said that the unidentified gunman, who was wearing a mask, accosted Mercy Hwahwa’s employee and force-marched to her home.
On arrival, the robber claimed he had inside information that Hwahwa had cash received from a savings club, but she insisted that she didn’t have any money.
The suspect then shot Hwahwa in the head at point-blank range and stole an undisclosed amount of cash and two cellphones. Said Asst Comm Nyathi:
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The Zimbabwe Republic Police is appealing for information which may assist in the investigation of a case of murder of a shop owner, Mercy Hwahwa (42) who was brutally killed on 13th December 2023 at a house in Maglas, Zvishavane.
An unknown suspect who was armed with an unidentified pistol and wearing a face mask intercepted Mercy Hwahwa’s employee who was coming from the shop to Mercy Hwahwa’s residence to hand over cash realized from daily sales.
The suspect forced the employee to show him Mercy Hwahwa’s residence saying that he had inside information that Mercy Hwahwa had cash received from a savings club (mukando).
When the suspect arrived at the house, he demanded cash from Mercy Hwahwa, who denied having any and then shot her in the head with a pistol.
The suspect stole an undisclosed amount of cash, two cellphones and US$100.00 realized from daily sales at the shop.
Mercy Hwahwa was taken to Zvishavane Hospital where she died upon admission.
Anyone with information to contact the National Complaints Desk at (0242) 70 3631 or WhatsApp at 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station.
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Armed robbery cases have been on the rise in recent years as businesspeople increasingly shun the banking system and prefer to keep their cash at business premises or in their homes.
Reports suggest that robbers usually get inside information from employees or relatives of their targets and use that information to carry out their evil enterprises.
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Armed Robber Brutally Kills Zvishavane Businesswoman

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi has confirmed the arrest of armed robbery suspects after a shootout incident in Harare. Below is a statement released by Asst Comm this Tuesday:
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ARREST OF ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECTS AFTER A SHOOT-OUT INCIDENT IN RIDDLERIDGE, HARARE
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of armed robbery suspects Brighton Mangondo (35) and Gerald Rutizira (38) after a shootout incident in which another suspect Tanaka Living Nyaude Madzima (29) died. The incident occurred in the Riddleridge area, Harare on 6th November 2023.
The suspects were initially part of an armed robbery gang comprising Tinotenda Zhuwawo Dzvairo (27), Tinashe Ray Chirombo (31), Trymore Derere Guta (30), Hebert Clayton Nyamangodo (39), Mugove Chimuti (36) (deceased) and Ishmael Mutungira (30) (deceased) who were arrested in July 2023.
On 06th November 2023, detectives from CID Homicide, Harare arrested Brighton Mangondo after receiving information that he was hiding at a house in Glenview 3, Harare.
Gerald Rutizira was later arrested after he was lured by Brighton Mangondo to Amsterdam, Southlea Park, Harare.
The arrest led to the recovery of a 12-bore Khan Arms shotgun at Gerald Rutizira’s residence in Amsterdam, Southlea Park, Harare.
Gerald Rutizira led detectives to the Boka area where Tanaka Madzima was allegedly hiding. Subsequently, a 9 mm Star pistol, 08 X 09 mm live rounds and a 0.22 RG 12 Revolver were recovered at Tanaka Madzima’s residence in Frezer area, Ushewekunze, Harare.
Tanaka Madzima tried to run away as detectives were trying to recover a pistol and ammunition in the Riddleridge area resulting in an exchange of fire. The suspect died on admission at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals.
The suspects are linked to four robbery cases including a robbery case that occurred at Afrochine Smelting Company, Darwendale on 30th June 2023where cash, cellphones and laptops valued at US$8 000 were stolen, as well as a robbery case that occurred on 06th July 2023 at Unadale Farm, Beatrice where a Khan Arms shotgun, two cellphones and US$ 3 800 cash were stolen.
The gang is also clearing a robbery case that occurred on 11th July 2023 at a brick company in Chinhoyi where US$ 1 420 cash, three cellphones and three blankets were stolen.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police warns robbery syndicates that operations to account for all suspects are in full swing and will ensure that all criminal groups involved in robbery cases are brought to justice.
Meanwhile, anyone with information on armed robbery syndicates and movements should contact National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631, Bulawayo Operations on 0292 74525 Harare Operations on (0242) 748836 or Police General Headquarters WhatsApp number 071 2 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station
</blockquote>
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Armed Robber Gunned Down During Shootout With Detectives

A gang of armed robbers pounced on a motorist in broad daylight in Harare’s Southerton area on Thursday, according to claims on social media.
According to a video widely shared on social media platforms, one of the robbers was armed with an unidentified pistol and the other suspect was wielding a knife.
In the video, as the motorist slowed down, one of the robbers draws a pistol and dashes toward the driver, who immediately raises his hands after noticing the gun.
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The suspect forcibly opened the car window on the driver’s side and snatched some valuables. The terrified driver surrenders a satchel to the gun-toting robber.
The robbery incident was recorded by a video camera mounted on the dashboard of the victim’s car.
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WATCH: Armed Robbers Pounce On Motorist In Broad Daylight In Harare

The wife of a suspected armed robber on Thursday appeared before Harare magistrate Dennis Mangosi facing allegations of laundering US$28 000 in proceeds from a robbery.
Joyline Musamba (33) is the wife of Roy Pedzai, an alleged armed robber, who is in remand prison together with his accomplices.
Musamba (33) was represented by Kudakwashe Munyoro from Chizengeya Maeresera and Partners.
Investigating officer Veronica Jangano opposed bail saying Musamba was facing a serious crime that attracts a lengthy custodial sentence.
However, the magistrate granted her US$200 bail and remanded her to 1 November.
Prosecuting, Zebidiah Bofu, said on 21 August 2023, Jambaya together with his accomplices, committed an armed robbery at the corner of Leopold Takawira Street and Bute Street, Harare, where they got off with US$128 932.
It is further alleged that Jambaya got his share of US$28 500 and handed the money to his wife for safekeeping.
Musamba allegedly bought a house in Natview Park, Mutare, fully aware that the money was part of the proceeds of the crime.
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Armed Robber's Wife Arrested For Laundering US$28 000

Police have arrested a 36-year-old male suspect believed to be part of a gang of armed robbers that pounced on a mine in Inyathi, Bubi District, on 18 August, <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/gold-ore-heist-suspect-arrested/">reported the Chronicle</a>.
The suspect, identified as Jeffrey Nyoni, from Emthunzini in Umguza District was hauled before the Bulawayo regional magistrate Joseph Mabeza on Thursday, facing charges of armed robbery.
Nyoni was not asked to enter a plea and was remanded in custody until 14 September awaiting trial.
Prosecutor Nkanyezi Xaba told the court that on the night of 18 April, Nyoni, who was in the company of several other suspects who are still at large, raided the mine. Said Xaba:
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On August 18 at around 8 pm, the accused person in the company of Collen Mawisire, Usher Moyo, Marshall Dube, Zenzo Nkiwane, Trust Moyo, two others only identified as DK and Shepherd and one identified suspect who are all still at large, armed themselves with knobkerries, axes, hammer and machete and raided the complainant’s mine.
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The gang allegedly attacked the complainant, disarming him of his loaded revolver containing three rounds of ammunition. Added Xaba:
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They stole his identity card, NSSA card, CBZ bank debit card, and a cellphone.
They took one of his trucks and drove to the gold processing plant where they loaded the gold ore and drove off.
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The Inyathi area, rich in gold, has experienced a surge in robberies in recent times.
In January 2023, two soldiers and their three alleged associates robbed a local businessman at gunpoint, making off with both cash and a truck.
The soldiers were clad in military attire and brandished AK-47 service rifles.
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Gold Ore Heist Suspect Arrested, Appears In Court

A cellphone dealer who operates at Ximex Mall in Harare was shot and robbed of three cellphones by an unknown suspect.
In a post on social media site X, Police said the suspect had posed as a potential buyer of cellphones before he shot the dealer in the shoulder at Ximex Mall. Police said:
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A cellphone dealer who operates at Ximex Mall in Harare CBD was shot in the shoulder with a pistol by an unknown suspect who had posed as a potential buyer of cellphones on social media. The suspect stole three cellphones.
</blockquote>
In an unrelated incident, the driver of a bread and confectionaries truck and his assistant were intercepted by three suspects travelling in a Toyota Wish vehicle along the Chinhoyi-Chegutu Road on 18 August and robbed. Police said:
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Police in Chegutu are investigating a case of robbery which occurred at the 35-kilometre peg along Chinhoyi-Chegutu Road on 18/08/23.
Three unknown suspects travelling in a Toyota Wish vehicle intercepted a bread and confectioneries delivery truck before attacking the driver and a sales representative.
The suspects stole two cellphones and US$ 3 717.50 cash before locking the victims in the back of the truck. Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.
</blockquote>
Police are appealing for information that may lead to the arrest of the suspects. 
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Ximex Mall Cellphone Dealer Shot, Bread Delivery Truck Robbed In Chegutu

A “notorious” armed robber was injured and arrested following a shootout with police in Rushinga on Sunday.
The suspect, Mike Humbasha (35), was shot and injured by the police while resisting arrest on 13 August.
In a post on the social media site, X, formerly known as Twitter, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), said:
<blockquote>
The ZRP confirms the arrest of a notorious and wanted armed robbery suspect Mike Humbasha (35) in Rushinga today during a shootout incident with police officers who intended to effect an arrest.
The suspect is now admitted at a local hospital under guard.
</blockquote>
In an unrelated incident, Police said they have launched an investigation “in connection with a video which has gone viral in which two men are seen viciously assaulting a victim for allegedly stealing from them in the Nyatsime area.”
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Armed Robber Injured In Police Shootout In Rushinga

Police in Bulawayo have arrested a 36-year-old man in connection with armed robberies that occurred at two local churches recently.
ZRP spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi on Wednesday, said police have arrested Benard Mudimba in Lobengula in connection with the cases.
He said Mudimba implicated Muthulisi Dimba and Vinicent Mpofu who are yet to be arrested. Said Asst Comm Nyathi:
<blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Benard Mudimba (36) in connection with cases of robbery which occurred between 04th May 2023 and 13th July 2023 at some churches in Bulawayo.
On 13th July 2023 detectives from CID Homicide arrested the suspect at a house in Lobengula Bulawayo after receiving information that linked him to the cases.
The suspect implicated Muthulisi Dimba and Vinicent Mpofu who are still at large.
The suspect is being linked to a case of robbery which occurred on 13th July 2023 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church Bulawayo where the church’s priest was attacked before US$1 220.00 and ZAR 2 500.00 cash, a cellphone and an Isuzu single cab vehicle, registration number AFD 0457, were stolen.
He is also clearing a case of robbery which occurred on 13th July 2023 at Liberty Christian Church where the church’s caretaker was attacked before US$150.00 cash, a pair of shoes, a hair dryer, a generator and amplifier were stolen.
</blockquote>
The suspects were reportedly armed with a machete, iron bar and a kitchen knife when they pounced on House of Liberty Christian Church.
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Police Arrest Man (36) Linked Armed Robberies At Churches

A Bulawayo woman was robbed of US$14 000, which she had just withdrawn from a local bureau de change just before midday on Wednesday.
The woman was attacked by a knife-wielding suspect who jumped into her car and stabbed her before snatching the money.
She was briefly held hostage in her car in the city centre by the lone robber before he stabbed and robbed her of the cash.
The woman had just withdrawn the money at around 11.40 AM when the suspect followed her and attacked her.
Her car was parked her car along Fife Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue in the city centre.
ZRP spokesperson in Bulawayo Province Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the robbery incident to <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/woman-loses-us-14-000-to-lone-robber/">Chronicle</a>, adding that investigations are underway. He said:
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The complainant had gone to collect the money at Access Forex Finance Bureau de Change at around 11.40 am on behalf of her employer.
After collecting the money, the victim went to her car where she put the cash inside a food plastic container and wrapped it in plastic paper…
The suspect got into the victim’s car using the rear passenger door.
While inside, the suspect pulled out a knife and demanded money.
When the victim tried to resist, the suspect stabbed her once on the left palm, and once on the left thigh before he took the money, and an iPhone 11 cellphone and fled from the scene.
</blockquote>
Insp Ncube urged members of the public and companies to always provide security when handling large sums of money.
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Bulawayo Woman Loses US$14 000 To Lone Robber In Broad Daylight

A man from Cowdray Park suburb in Bulawayo has been hospitalised at Mpilo Central Hospital after he was shot in the thigh by police officers who were chasing an armed robbery suspect.
An eyewitness, Tedious Masina, told <a href="https://cite.org.zw/man-sustains-injuries-in-police-shooting/">CITE</a> that Nkazimulo Ndimande was injured by a stray bullet from shots that were being fired by the police officers on Friday around 8 PM. Said Masina:
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It was around 8 PM. We were inside the barbershop when there was a commotion outside.
We heard a gunshot, and then a second one followed shortly after. People were running all over and screaming.
A total of four shots were fired during the incident.
Ndimande then went outside to see what was happening. A third shot was fired. He came back inside and that was when I saw that he had been shot in the thigh.
I tied him with a cable of one of my scissors and called an ambulance.
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Masina said as they waited for the ambulance to arrive, he saw some police officers going to their cars that were parked adjacent to the barbershop. He said:
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I saw the cops approaching their cars. They had two of them, a white Toyota Fortuner and a Honda Fit. I called them and told them they had shot my friend.
They carried him into the Fortuner and took us to Bulawayo West Hospital, a surgery that is at the (Cowdray Park) terminus.
They told us they were from Homicide. They then called other officers from Cowdray Park police base and they came to the surgery.
They are the ones who paid all the bills for the expenses incurred. The ambulance later arrived and took Ndimande to Mpilo.
When we got to Mpilo, we saw different police officers from the ones we had initially interacted with.
They ordered us to leave the room. They had a big book with them. When they came to us they said Ndimande was on their wanted list for a case of armed robbery.
They had already cuffed him to the bed and left one officer to guard him. What we could not understand was how they came to that conclusion.
Ndimande is not someone who is of such behaviour. We know him and he cannot be associated with armed robbery.
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Ndimande’s sibling said they were shocked as a family to see him handcuffed and to hear that he was an armed robber.
Meanwhile, in a statement, ZRP spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said Ndimande was part of a four-man gang that was being chased for armed robbery.
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Man Accidentally Shot By Cops, Later Arrested In Hospital For Armed Robbery

An armed robber in an eight-man gang who raided ZX Fuels premises in Southerton, Harare early on Tuesday morning was shot dead by security guards and US$35 050 was recovered from a satchel he was carrying.
Circumstances were that the gang, who were wearing masks and woolen hats, went to the premises while armed with pistols, iron bars and hammers.
They attacked a security guard on duty and took the gate keys from the security guard and entered the premises.
The robbers used iron bars to force open safes and stole an undisclosed amount of money.
During the process, a reaction team from Safeguard Security Company arrived at the scene and was attacked by the robbers.
A second reaction team went to the scene, resulting in a shootout between the guards and the robbers.
During the shootout, one of the robbers was then shot and died on the spot, while his other accomplices fled the scene.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi told <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/armed-robber-gunned-down-us35k-recovered/">The Herald</a> that a manhunt had since been launched for the other robbers. He said:
<blockquote>
From one of the suspects who was shot dead, police recovered US$35 050 cash, a pistol and implements used to commit crimes from a black satchel that he was carrying. Investigations are still in progress.
</blockquote>
Armed robberies are on the increase in Zimbabwe as a lot of people now prefer storing value in US dollars often stocked away from formal banking institutions for fear of losing them.
According to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency, Zimbabwe recorded 1 120 armed robberies in 2021, compared with 931 in the previous year.
In 2022, in a bid to reduce robberies and rampant gun crime in Zimbabwe, Mnangagwa extended a gun amnesty that allowed Zimbabweans illegally in possession of firearms to surrender them to the police with no questions asked.
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Armed Robber Shot Dead, US$35 000 Recovered From Satchel

Police have confirmed the arrest of an armed robber who escaped from Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison in November 2022, where he was serving six years for a case of robbery committed in Glen Norah in 2018.
Below is the statement issued by the spokesman for the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi:
<blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Mirikia Pirikisi alias Henrik Nyathi (38) and Arnold Mhosva (29), in connection with a case of robbery which occurred on 15th February 2023 at Total Service Station, along Beitbridge- Bulawayo Road, Beitbridge, where an illegal forex dealer was shot on the leg with a pistol, before US$26 000 cash and a Honda Fit vehicle, registration number, AGA 7073, were stolen.
The complainant had received a call from one of the suspects, only identified as Leonard Huni, who claimed that he wanted to exchange an equivalent of ZAR 100 000 cash for United States dollars.
Police later received a report of robbery from the complainant through the phone. The police swiftly attended the scene and found the suspects surrounded by a mob, leading to their arrest.
It was established the suspects were involved in a road traffic accident with the stolen vehicle, before being apprehended and attacked with stones, logs, fists and feet by members of the public, who went on to steal the complainant’s money during the commotion.
The suspects sustained head injuries and were referred to Beitbridge District Hospital where Arnold Mhosva died upon admission.
The arrest led to the recovery of the stolen vehicle, an MC 1911 pistol with five 9mm rounds an empty magazine,  and a 9mm spent cartridge.
Further investigations by the police established that Mirikia Pirikisi was being sought in connection with escaping from Chikurubi Prison in November 2022, where he was serving six years for a case of robbery committed in Glen Norah in 2018.
Mirikia Pirikisi is also linked to a robbery case that occurred in Beitbridge in December 2017, in which an illegal forex dealer was attacked before ZAR 35 000, 900 Euros and US$500 cash were stolen.
He is implicated in another robbery case that occurred in November 2022 in Highlands, Harare where cash and clothes were stolen.
Meanwhile, investigations by the police led to the arrest of Jeremiah Hwati (35), who was part of the mob which stole the complainant’s money.
Jeremiah Hwati implicated other suspects only identified as Khedha and Langton.
Investigations are underway to account for the other suspects, including Leonard Huni who allegedly provided the firearm used during the robbery.
The firearm was stolen in South Africa in January 2023 by means of unlawful entry into premises.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police implores the public to be alert and wary of criminals who lure them to engage in shoddy forex deals and later on attack them.
</blockquote>

FULL TEXT: Police Statement On The Arrest Of Chikurubi Prison Escapee

A suspected armed robber was seriously injured after he was stabbed by one of his victims during a robbery along Simon Mazorodze Road on Monday night.
The suspect who was identified as Talent Jeke is currently hospitalised and is recovering from surgery, which saved his life, after the foiled robbery.
Harare magistrate, Stanford Mambanje, convened court at the hospital where Jeke is admitted.
Jeke was remanded to 13 March and is now under heavy guard by the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) officers.
Prosecuting, Zvikomborero Mupasa said that on 13 February 2023, Jeke and his accomplices, only known as Tinashe and Farai, who are at large, hired the first complainant, Francis Dick, to drive them to Waterfalls from the Harare CBD.
On their way, they manhandled Dick and struck him with a brick before they stole US$32, his identity card, bank cards, shoes and cellphone.
The trio allegedly later dumped Dick in Houghton Park and disappeared with his car.
It is further alleged that later that same night, they robbed Nigel Mutekairi, who they offered a lift to Budiriro, but took the opposite turn to Machipisa.
The suspects threatened him with a knife and demanded that he surrender all his possessions. Mutekairi gave them his phone, US$2 and $200.
The trio then offered Obert Chikuwa a lift to Budiriro and one of them produced a knife and demanded his possessions.
Chikuwa allegedly fought with them and stabbed Jeke in the stomach leaving his intestines protruding.
Jeke’s two accomplices fled and Chikuwa ran towards some houses shouting for help.
The police reacted and arrested Jeke at the scene as he could not escape due to his injuries.

Harare Man Stabs Armed Robber, Accomplices Flee

A man from Redcliff, a settlement a few kilometres from Kwekwe, in Midlands Province, has been arrested for robbing two women and forcing them to perform sexual acts which he recorded.
Kenneth Ndavambi (38), was masked and armed with a knife when he attacked the women and robbed them of cash and cellphones.
Ndavambi appeared before Kwekwe Magistrate Cheryl Tembo facing robbery and criminal insult charges.
He was remanded in custody to 13 January 2023 for trial.
Prosecutor Nyasha Hloka told the court that on 17 December 2022 around 6 PM around Mutegude area in Redcliff, the two complainants, who cannot be named for ethical reasons, were on their way home. Said Hloka:
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The accused person suddenly appeared from the bush wearing a mask and produced a knife and demanded that they hand over their cellphones to him. Fearing for their lives, the two complainants complied.
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The court heard that Ndavambi ordered the women to remove their clothes and forced them to lick each other’s private parts and breasts while he recorded them.
He allegedly demanded to have sexual intercourse with them but they refused.
Upon hearing a passerby approaching, the accused person ran away leaving the complainants naked.
One of the phones that Ndavambi stole from the victims was tracked down leading to his arrest. |<a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/masked-robber-sexual-pervert-violates-women-at-knife-point/"> Chronicle</a>

Masked Robber Forces Two Women To Perform Sexual Acts

A suspected armed robber fled with a vehicle laden with groceries after the gang pounced on a homestead and tuckshop in Rushinga on Thursday.
In a statement, Police said two of the suspected armed robbers, Kudzai Makwesha (37) and Jairos Chiyangwa (44), were arrested while their accomplice, only identified as Tafadzwa fled with the loot in their get-away vehicle.
The suspects had robbed a homestead at Mushongahande Village and a tuckshop at Chamwa Village. Police said:
<blockquote>
Police in Rushinga have arrested Kudzai Makwesha (37) and Jairos Chiyangwa (44) in connection with two cases of robbery which occurred on 22/12/22 between 0010 hours and 0110 hours, at a homestead at Mushongahande Village and a tuckshop at Chamwa Village where US$275 and ZWL$ 800 cash, groceries and property worth US$2021.00 were stolen.
The second complainant identified the suspects at Marymount Business Centre, leading to their arrest.
The first complainant was shot with a pistol on the ankle and is admitted at a local hospital.
Meanwhile, the other suspect, only identified as Tafadzwa fled with the loot, in the suspects’ get-away vehicle, a Mazda Bongo, registration number AFB 5825. Investigations are underway.
</blockquote>

Armed Robber Flees With Groceries

An alleged notorious robber, popularly known as Toba or Small, who used to terrorise Plumtree villagers, was shot dead by South African police, a fortnight ago, <a href="https://cite.org.zw/notorious-plumtree-robber-shot-dead-in-sa/">reported CITE</a>.
Toba reportedly committed multiple robberies in Zimbabwe and South Africa before he was gunned down by members of SAPS.
He was shot and killed by South African police after robbing a jewellery store in Plettenberg Bay, in the Western Cape area on 6 December.
Reports claim that Toba was part of a three-member gang that robbed the jewellery shop before fleeing in a BMW vehicle.
The gang was intercepted by the police and a shootout ensued. One of the suspects was shot while the other two escaped.
The two suspects later hijacked another car but the police managed to track them down and fatally shot Toba.
Toba’s demise was met with jubilation by some social media users, who said the man from Ntoli in Plumtree was ruthless. Said one social media user:
<blockquote>
Toba is a man who would phone you to take your wife to him. Have sex with her and tell you to go back with her thereafter.
Toba would find you building your house, ask you to load all the cement, and drop it at his home.
Toba is the man who when his grandmother was telling him to stop doing all these bad things, pulled out a gun, shot a cock and said to his grandmother, next time nguwe (it’s you).
Toba is a man who when you join his gang and you think of pulling out, you are dead.
He is the most feared man in Ntoli, Plumtree.
</blockquote>
Another person described him as a cold-blooded murderer who killed many people both in Zimbabwe and South Africa. He said:
<blockquote>
There are many people who died at the hands of this man. If you crossed his path, he would travel to Plumtree and hunt down your family.
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Notorious Plumtree Robber Shot Dead In South Africa

Full statement by Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, on the arrest of armed robbery and murder suspect Aaron Fransisco Machona.
<h2>ARREST OF AARON FRANSISCO MACHONA FOR ARMED ROBBERY CASES AND MURDER IN HARARE.</h2>
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The Zimbabwe Republic Police has nabbed a notorious armed robbery suspect Aaron Fransisco Machona (37) for committing a series of armed robbery cases in Harare from December 2021 to April 2022.
The suspect would operate alone while targeting cash or electrical accessories and would fire to subdue identified victims.
On 9th December 2021 at about 0200 hours, the suspect stormed a house in Uplands Waterfalls, Harare and captured two complainants while armed with a pistol and wearing a balaclava.
He stole property worth US$4 160 and drove away in the complainant’s silver BMW 318 vehicle (ACW 4417).
On 30th January 2022, the suspect invaded another home along Ruwa Avenue Waterfalls, Harare where he attacked a couple whom he threatened to shoot with a pistol before he fired one shot on the roof.
The suspect later ran away after noticing some light rays filtering through the room before stealing anything.
On 9th March 2022, the suspect who was armed with an unidentified pistol while covering his face with a balaclava, stormed another house in Uplands Waterfalls, Harare through an unlocked door and attacked three occupants while demanding cash.
The complainants surrendered US$60-00, Itel 16 and Huawei cellphones, however, the suspect kept on demanding more cash while assaulting one of the complainants (78), all over the body with a stick.
One of the victims Jubilee Utsiwegota (30) tried to stop the suspect resulting in Machona drawing a pistol before shooting her once in the head. Utsiwegota died instantly.
On 13th April 2022, the suspect broke into a house in Uplands Waterfalls, Harare and tortured three (03) complainants while armed with a pistol and wearing a balaclava.
The suspect stole property worth US$ 1 302 and left the complainants locked up in a wardrobe.
On 22nd April 2022, Police detectives spotted Machona’s silver Toyota Runx vehicle (AFD 6503) and pursued him resulting in a high-speed chase. The suspect was eventually arrested at Chigovanyika St Mary’s, Chitungwiza.
Police searched the suspect’s house in Unit C Chitungwiza and recovered a CZ P-10 pistol with a magazine of one round, a Samsung cellphone, four (04) purses, three (03) plastic flippers used to open windows, a catapult, screwdriver, Hp laptop, Mobicel laptop, Compaq black laptop, black satchel and black laptop bag.
Police investigations have revealed that the CZ P-10 pistol was stolen by means of theft from a motor vehicle in Kadoma on 25th November 2021 and the recovered Samsung cellphone was stolen by means of robbery in Uplands Waterfalls, Harare on 13th April 2022.
The suspect had acquired a stand and built a three-roomed house in Chitungwiza, bought a vehicle and paid US$10 000 for lobola for his wife through the proceeds of armed robbery cases.
Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Albert Chikuse (25) for a robbery case which occurred at Kilworth opposite Family 24, along Bulawayo Road, Harare on 21st April 2022 where a white Toyota Allion vehicle (AFP 5767) was stolen.
The suspect together with two others known as Joseph Mwale and Kudakwashe Alicki attacked a motorist (38) who had parked his vehicle along the road to relieve himself with unknown metal objects all over the body. They left the victim unconscious and took his vehicle away.
Police recovered the stolen vehicle in Mhondoro and arrested Chikuse whilst the other occupant in the vehicle vanished in the darkness on 22nd April 2022.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that those who commit robbery and murder cases will be arrested and taken to court to face the full wrath of the law.
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Robber Pays US$10 000 Lobola For His Bride From Proceeds Of Crime

A suspected armed robber linked to robberies that took place in Gwanda and along the Bulawayo-Harare Road was shot in the neck by police in Matopo on Sunday.
Vincent Mpofu (29), who was armed with a loaded colt automatic pistol, was arrested just after he committed another armed robbery with two accomplices at Silozwe Business Centre, Matopo.
In a statement posted on their Twitter channel, ZRP said Mpofu was shot in the neck as he tried to escape imminent arrest. Police said:
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Police in Bulawayo have arrested Lidion Moyo (51), Vincent Mpofu (29) and Liberty Moyo (25) for a robbery case that occurred at Silozwe Business Centre, Matopo on 21/11/21.
A colt automatic pistol with a magazine of two rounds was recovered from Vincent, who attempted to escape resulting in him being shot in the neck.
Investigations have revealed that the pistol was stolen through a robbery in Gwanda on 16/11/21 where a complainant was robbed of ZAR 70 000, US$3 500 and a pistol with 10 rounds of ammunition.
The suspects are being linked to 14 other cases of robbery including the one which occurred along Bulawayo-Harare Road where a complainant was robbed of US$32 000.
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In an unrelated incident, police are investigating a case of murder that occurred at Chiredzi Dumping Site, in Chiredzi on Monday.
A man identified only as Guilty stabbed his ex-girlfriend, Mercy Zibwowa, five times with a knife, resulting in her death.
Zibhowa was now cohabiting with another man (35) and this did not go down well with the suspect who stabbed the victim in the presence of her new lover. The new boyfriend escaped.
Police are appealing for people with information that may lead to the arrest of the suspect to report to the nearest police station.
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Serial Armed Robber Shot In The Neck

A would-be victim of armed robbery in Beitbridge gave his attacker a taste of his own medicine after he hit the AK-47-wielding assailant with a car, disabling him until he was arrested.
The suspected armed robber, identified as Obey Mhuru of 3419 Makondo, Chiredzi, is now admitted under police guard at Beitbridge District Hospital after experiencing back, facial and numerous other body injuries.
Nigel Moyo, a resident of the border town, had arrived home when he saw a stranger carrying an AK-47 gun in his yard after midnight last Friday.
Moyo accelerated towards the stranger and hit him with a car, trapping him underneath the vehicle.
A police officer who attended the scene told NewsDay that the assailant was rendered immobile until the police arrived. Said the officer:
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He was dragged by the car for about 40-50 metres and was dumped outside the gate.
My brother then went to get the police and upon their return, they found Mhuru lying outside the gate with his gun next to him.
After rendering him immobile, he drove to the police and Mhuru to the hospital.
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Mhuru disclosed that he had stolen the gun from a car in Baobab in the town.
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