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Bindura municipal officer in court over alleged assault of vendor
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BINDURA - A Bindura municipal police officer has appeared in court facing assault charges following allegations that he assaulted a female vendor during an incident at Chitabura Complex.
Jonathan Musoni (49) appeared before a Bindura magistrate in connection with the matter.
The State, represented by prosecutor Runyararo Chikaka, alleges that on October 23, 2026, at around 8am, Musoni assaulted 26-year-old vendor Manditambidzwanashe Mutomba.
According to court allegations, Musoni allegedly tripped Mutomba at Chitabura Complex, causing her to fall to the ground.
Mutomba, who resides in Garikai, Bindura, allegedly sustained a swollen face and a bruised right knee as a result of the incident.
The State further alleges that Musoni left the scene after bystanders questioned his actions.
Musoni was granted bail of US$50 and remanded to November 11, 2026, for trial.
The allegations against him have not yet been tested in court, and he remains innocent until proven guilty.
Jonathan Musoni (49) appeared before a Bindura magistrate in connection with the matter.
The State, represented by prosecutor Runyararo Chikaka, alleges that on October 23, 2026, at around 8am, Musoni assaulted 26-year-old vendor Manditambidzwanashe Mutomba.
According to court allegations, Musoni allegedly tripped Mutomba at Chitabura Complex, causing her to fall to the ground.
Mutomba, who resides in Garikai, Bindura, allegedly sustained a swollen face and a bruised right knee as a result of the incident.
The State further alleges that Musoni left the scene after bystanders questioned his actions.
Musoni was granted bail of US$50 and remanded to November 11, 2026, for trial.
The allegations against him have not yet been tested in court, and he remains innocent until proven guilty.
Source - Byo24News
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