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Funeral visit turns into nightmare as man loses car
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A 59-year-old Tynwald man was left distressed after robbers stole his vehicle while he was attending a funeral in Marlborough on Tuesday.
Charles Mahuwe had parked his dark blue Honda Fit Hybrid, registration number AGH 6112, outside a house along Harare Drive before going inside to pay his respects at the funeral.
According to reports, Mahuwe ensured that all the doors and windows of the vehicle were securely locked before entering the house.
However, after a short while, he returned to the parking spot only to find two unidentified men inside his car. One of the suspects had already taken the driver's seat and was attempting to start the engine.
Startled by the sight, Mahuwe confronted the suspects and attempted to stop them, leading to a brief struggle. The robbers overpowered him before managing to start the vehicle.
The two men then sped off along Harare Drive, leaving the vehicle owner stranded and shaken.
Police have since confirmed the incident and launched investigations into the theft.
Harare provincial police spokesperson Inspector Luckmore Chakanza said authorities are treating the matter as a case of vehicle theft.
"We are currently investigating a case of vehicle theft in Marlborough. The total value of the stolen car is estimated at US$8,000," he said.
Police have urged members of the public with information that may assist in locating the stolen vehicle or identifying the suspects to come forward.
Charles Mahuwe had parked his dark blue Honda Fit Hybrid, registration number AGH 6112, outside a house along Harare Drive before going inside to pay his respects at the funeral.
According to reports, Mahuwe ensured that all the doors and windows of the vehicle were securely locked before entering the house.
However, after a short while, he returned to the parking spot only to find two unidentified men inside his car. One of the suspects had already taken the driver's seat and was attempting to start the engine.
Startled by the sight, Mahuwe confronted the suspects and attempted to stop them, leading to a brief struggle. The robbers overpowered him before managing to start the vehicle.
Police have since confirmed the incident and launched investigations into the theft.
Harare provincial police spokesperson Inspector Luckmore Chakanza said authorities are treating the matter as a case of vehicle theft.
"We are currently investigating a case of vehicle theft in Marlborough. The total value of the stolen car is estimated at US$8,000," he said.
Police have urged members of the public with information that may assist in locating the stolen vehicle or identifying the suspects to come forward.
Source - HMetro
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