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Man kills client over wheelbarrow
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A man known as Godwin, popularly referred to as "Bogus," is currently on the run following allegations that he fatally assaulted a client over a stolen wheelbarrow at a local bar in Damafalls, Ruwa.
The victim, 25-year-old Cyprian Muradzi, was reportedly beaten severely with kicks and punches to the head by Bogus after the wheelbarrow was discovered hidden in Cyprian's bedroom. The assault allegedly occurred in the presence of Cyprian's family, who watched helplessly as the violence unfolded.
According to police reports, the incident began on June 15, 2025, around 10 p.m. at Danny Bar in Ruwa, where Cyprian allegedly stole the wheelbarrow. After receiving a tip-off, Bogus tracked down the stolen item to Cyprian's home and confronted him. The confrontation escalated into a heated argument involving others.
During the altercation, Cyprian reportedly threw two bricks at the crowd questioning him, further inflaming the situation. Bogus then physically assaulted Cyprian until he collapsed unconscious.
Cyprian's wife, 23-year-old Tsungirai Karanji, rushed to her brother for help, and they proceeded to a nearby police post. However, Bogus had already fled the scene by the time they returned.
Harare provincial police spokesperson Inspector Luckmore Chakanza confirmed the ongoing investigation.
"Police are investigating a murder case at Damafalls in Ruwa. On June 15, around 10 p.m., the deceased stole a wheelbarrow at Danny Bar, Ruwa. A follow-up led to the recovery of the wheelbarrow in the deceased's bedroom. The deceased was questioned by the accused and others, which resulted in a heated argument. The deceased threw two bricks towards the crowd, which angered the accused, who then assaulted him until he fell unconscious. Upon discovering that the deceased was not conscious, the accused fled," Insp Chakanza said.
Cyprian's body was taken to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals Mortuary for a post-mortem examination.
Police have appealed to the public to provide any information that could assist in locating and arresting Bogus as investigations continue.
The victim, 25-year-old Cyprian Muradzi, was reportedly beaten severely with kicks and punches to the head by Bogus after the wheelbarrow was discovered hidden in Cyprian's bedroom. The assault allegedly occurred in the presence of Cyprian's family, who watched helplessly as the violence unfolded.
According to police reports, the incident began on June 15, 2025, around 10 p.m. at Danny Bar in Ruwa, where Cyprian allegedly stole the wheelbarrow. After receiving a tip-off, Bogus tracked down the stolen item to Cyprian's home and confronted him. The confrontation escalated into a heated argument involving others.
During the altercation, Cyprian reportedly threw two bricks at the crowd questioning him, further inflaming the situation. Bogus then physically assaulted Cyprian until he collapsed unconscious.
Cyprian's wife, 23-year-old Tsungirai Karanji, rushed to her brother for help, and they proceeded to a nearby police post. However, Bogus had already fled the scene by the time they returned.
Harare provincial police spokesperson Inspector Luckmore Chakanza confirmed the ongoing investigation.
"Police are investigating a murder case at Damafalls in Ruwa. On June 15, around 10 p.m., the deceased stole a wheelbarrow at Danny Bar, Ruwa. A follow-up led to the recovery of the wheelbarrow in the deceased's bedroom. The deceased was questioned by the accused and others, which resulted in a heated argument. The deceased threw two bricks towards the crowd, which angered the accused, who then assaulted him until he fell unconscious. Upon discovering that the deceased was not conscious, the accused fled," Insp Chakanza said.
Cyprian's body was taken to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals Mortuary for a post-mortem examination.
Police have appealed to the public to provide any information that could assist in locating and arresting Bogus as investigations continue.
Source - H-Metro
