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Police dismiss claims of tourists’ vehicles being impounded
17 Mar 2026 at 06:14hrs |
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Police have dismissed social media claims alleging that law enforcement agents were impounding tourists’ vehicles, describing the reports as false and misleading.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police issued the clarification on its X account following online posts suggesting that tourists’ vehicles were being seized during the ongoing blitz on unroadworthy and unlicensed vehicles.
“The ZRP has noted with concern false information circulating on social media on tourists’ vehicles movement and the use of rooftop tents or roof racks,” the statement read.
“The ZRP makes it categorically clear that no tourists’ vehicles are being impounded in Zimbabwe for using rooftop tents or roof racks. The false information is dismissed with the contempt it deserves.”
Police said tourists seeking clarity should contact any nearest police station or the National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp 0712 800197.
“The ZRP has also engaged the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority over these false messages,” the statement added.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police issued the clarification on its X account following online posts suggesting that tourists’ vehicles were being seized during the ongoing blitz on unroadworthy and unlicensed vehicles.
“The ZRP has noted with concern false information circulating on social media on tourists’ vehicles movement and the use of rooftop tents or roof racks,” the statement read.
“The ZRP makes it categorically clear that no tourists’ vehicles are being impounded in Zimbabwe for using rooftop tents or roof racks. The false information is dismissed with the contempt it deserves.”
Police said tourists seeking clarity should contact any nearest police station or the National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp 0712 800197.
“The ZRP has also engaged the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority over these false messages,” the statement added.
Source - Byo24news
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