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Mugabe's son leads AK-47 armed mob at a Zimbabwe mine
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A security guard is fighting for his life after a savage assault at a Mazowe mining site, allegedly orchestrated by former President Robert Mugabe's son, Bellarmine Chatunga, and a group of men armed with AK-47 assault rifles.
The violent clash erupted on Wednesday afternoon when Chatunga reportedly stormed the Ultimate Mining concession near Grace Mugabe's farm, accusing the mine's security team of allowing illegal gold panners to trespass on the Mugabe family land.
"We were told our crime was allowing illegal gold panners to trespass on their land," one victim said, fearing retaliation.
Eyewitnesses describe a terrifying scene as heavily armed men brandished rifles, with Chatunga himself confronting the guards, shouting, "Why did you allow people to enter the real president's land?"
At least three workers were left with serious injuries including fractures to the skull, ribs, cheekbone, and limbs, according to medical reports reviewed by ZimLive.
In the chaos, a firearm was accidentally discharged, injuring a supervisor who attempted to calm the situation. The supervisor, alongside two other staffers including security guard Elvis Bvumbwe, suffered severe injuries after being attacked and forced nearly 200 meters into the Mugabe compound where they were doused with water and beaten with logs and metal rods.
Medical affidavit from Parirenyatwa Hospital confirms Bvumbwe sustained multiple fractures and severe bruising, with doctors warning that some injuries could be permanent.
One employee recounted how police, upon arriving, prioritized rushing the bleeding victims to hospital due to the severity of their condition.
Despite the gravity of the assault, Bellarmine Chatunga allegedly remained defiant, reportedly threatening local police officers with dismissal if President Mnangagwa learned of his arrest. Chatunga then reportedly left the police station without being detained.
Ultimate Mine's General Manager, Joel Mushoriwa, revealed that medical bills have already topped US$2,000 and expressed deep concern over the trauma and fear gripping his staff.
"We are deeply saddened by these events. The injuries are severe, and so far we've incurred over US$2,000 just for initial check-ups. We're hoping the law takes its course, but it's difficult when the person involved claims to be untouchable," Mushoriwa said.
The case has been officially registered at Mazowe Police Station under Report Number 6347367.
Efforts to obtain comment from police spokesperson Paul Nyathi were unsuccessful at the time of publication.
The harrowing incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising urgent questions about law enforcement and accountability when individuals with powerful connections allegedly commit acts of violence with apparent impunity.
The violent clash erupted on Wednesday afternoon when Chatunga reportedly stormed the Ultimate Mining concession near Grace Mugabe's farm, accusing the mine's security team of allowing illegal gold panners to trespass on the Mugabe family land.
"We were told our crime was allowing illegal gold panners to trespass on their land," one victim said, fearing retaliation.
Eyewitnesses describe a terrifying scene as heavily armed men brandished rifles, with Chatunga himself confronting the guards, shouting, "Why did you allow people to enter the real president's land?"
At least three workers were left with serious injuries including fractures to the skull, ribs, cheekbone, and limbs, according to medical reports reviewed by ZimLive.
In the chaos, a firearm was accidentally discharged, injuring a supervisor who attempted to calm the situation. The supervisor, alongside two other staffers including security guard Elvis Bvumbwe, suffered severe injuries after being attacked and forced nearly 200 meters into the Mugabe compound where they were doused with water and beaten with logs and metal rods.
Medical affidavit from Parirenyatwa Hospital confirms Bvumbwe sustained multiple fractures and severe bruising, with doctors warning that some injuries could be permanent.
One employee recounted how police, upon arriving, prioritized rushing the bleeding victims to hospital due to the severity of their condition.
Despite the gravity of the assault, Bellarmine Chatunga allegedly remained defiant, reportedly threatening local police officers with dismissal if President Mnangagwa learned of his arrest. Chatunga then reportedly left the police station without being detained.
Ultimate Mine's General Manager, Joel Mushoriwa, revealed that medical bills have already topped US$2,000 and expressed deep concern over the trauma and fear gripping his staff.
"We are deeply saddened by these events. The injuries are severe, and so far we've incurred over US$2,000 just for initial check-ups. We're hoping the law takes its course, but it's difficult when the person involved claims to be untouchable," Mushoriwa said.
The case has been officially registered at Mazowe Police Station under Report Number 6347367.
Efforts to obtain comment from police spokesperson Paul Nyathi were unsuccessful at the time of publication.
The harrowing incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising urgent questions about law enforcement and accountability when individuals with powerful connections allegedly commit acts of violence with apparent impunity.
Source - zimlive
