Man attempts to kill cop

A 26-year-old man from Ziko Farm in Chitungwiza has been sentenced to five years in prison after he brutally assaulted a police officer during a violent incident at a nightclub.

Wellington Moyo was convicted of attempted murder by Magistrate Elisha Singano after the court heard that he attacked a member of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) at Alick Macheso's musical show held at 007 Night Club in Glendale on December 26.

According to prosecutor Edward Katsvairo, Moyo became unruly during the event, disrupting other patrons and causing a scene. When police officer Admire Manyimbiri attempted to arrest him, Moyo struck him in the head with a brick. The officer sustained serious head injuries and was rushed to Concession Hospital for treatment.

The court handed Moyo a five-year custodial sentence for the attack.

In a shocking development, Moyo is also facing a separate charge of murder. He allegedly ran over another police officer with his Honda Fit, registration number AGC 8399, later that same day. The fatal incident is under investigation, and Moyo is expected to appear in court soon to face the murder charge.

The violent incidents have sparked concerns about rising assaults on law enforcement officers and the growing trend of public disorder at entertainment venues.