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Kazembe exposes severe housing crisis

A severe accommodation crisis within the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has left many officers and their families living in divided single rooms separated by curtains, exposing a grim reality of poor living standards in the country's law e…

Published: 10 Nov 2025 at 10:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police seen as corrupt and politicised

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is widely viewed as corrupt, politicised, and ineffective, according to a new report by the Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights), which paints a grim picture of public trust in the country's law …

Published: 09 Nov 2025 at 07:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP opens channels for reporting rape against Magaya

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has announced that it is now receiving reports from victims and witnesses across the world concerning allegations of rape, assault and fraud linked to Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries le…

Published: 08 Nov 2025 at 09:48hrs | 584 | by Staff reporter

Man (25) arrested for raping his mother

Police have arrested a 25-year-old man in Marondera on allegations of raping his 58-year-old mother following a night of heavy beer drinking at a nearby shebeen

Published: 08 Nov 2025 at 09:16hrs | 310 | by Staff reporter

Police probe Bulawayo bus company owner

Police in Bulawayo are investigating a local bus company owner and former United Kingdom resident, Timothy Moyo (64), following allegations that he defrauded a city woman of US$16 000 before later accusing her of forgery and fraud.Moyo, wh…

Published: 06 Nov 2025 at 13:13hrs | 401 | by Staff reporter

Police accused of releasing stock theft suspects

FRUSTRATED villagers in Nkayi, Matabeleland North, have accused local police officers of failing to take firm action against rampant stock theft, claiming that

Published: 05 Nov 2025 at 16:19hrs | 305 | by Staff reporter

Police dismiss fake statement on Chivayo

`The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has refuted claims circulating on social media alleging that prominent businessman Mr Wicknell Chivayo is wanted in connection with fraud and other criminal offences.In a statement, national police spoke…

Published: 03 Nov 2025 at 07:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police bust cybercrime trio

Police have arrested three suspected cybercriminals accused of masterminding a nationwide phishing and mobile money fraud syndicate that defrauded dozens of victims of more than US$17,000 and ZiG30 million.National police spokesperson Comm…

Published: 03 Nov 2025 at 07:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP disciplines cops over viral video

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) says it has taken swift disciplinary action against three police officers implicated in a viral video showing an altercation with motorists during a traffic enforcement operation in Budiriro, Harare.In a …

Published: 30 Oct 2025 at 04:54hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police foil launch of movement against Mnangagwa term extension

A bomb attack on the SAPES Trust building early Tuesday destroyed the institute's seminar room just hours before pro-democracy activists were set to announce a campaign opposing President Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to extend his rule beyond …

Published: 29 Oct 2025 at 07:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police arrest suspect in fatal shooting of officer

Police have arrested Vengesai Jabulani Mutasa (41) following a violent rampage in Sanyati that left one police officer dead and another seriously injured.Nation

Published: 27 Oct 2025 at 18:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police launch manhunt for child kidnapper

Police in Masvingo Province have launched an extensive manhunt for 24-year-old Takudzwa Chagwiza, who is wanted in connection with a kidnapping and unlawful detention case that occurred on October 16 near Mangoro Village, under Chief Mazun…

Published: 25 Oct 2025 at 08:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police crack down on illegal firearms as amnesty nears end

Members of the public have been reminded to surrender all unregistered or illegal firearms before the Presidential Gun Amnesty ends on 24 October 2025.The amnes

Published: 25 Oct 2025 at 07:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man (42) impregnates minor (15) twice

A 42-year-old man from Zingondi Plots, Rusape, Blessing Murimi, has been sentenced to four years in prison for impregnating a 15-year-old schoolgirl twice within a year.Murimi pleaded guilty to violating Section 70 of the Criminal Law (Cod…

Published: 25 Oct 2025 at 07:48hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police dragged into messy Gwasira estate feud

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has been drawn into a bitter family feud over the estate of the late retired Senior Assistant Commissioner Shepherd Gwasira, with the deceased's children accusing the estate's executor of using police off…

Published: 24 Oct 2025 at 05:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police, ZIMRA in luxury vehicle crackdown

Police, in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA), have launched a nationwide blitz targeting luxury vehicles smuggled into the country without paying duty and taxes.The operation comes in response to a sharp rise in unr…

Published: 13 Sep 2025 at 16:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police warn parents as back-to-school rush peaks

The back-to-school rush gripped Bulawayo yesterday as thousands of learners headed to boarding schools across the country for the start of the third term, with police mounting awareness campaigns to protect children from drug peddlers and …

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 14:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police close in on US$4m robbers

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) says the extradition of suspects linked to a series of high-profile robberies, including the US$4 million Ecobank heist, is now at an advanced stage.National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi c…

Published: 09 Sep 2025 at 14:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police use arrested car thief to catch accomplices

Harare police have arrested four men in connection with a stolen vehicle from South Africa, after one of them was caught relaxing in the car at a hotel in Waterfalls.Geoffrey Chihuri was apprehended inside the unregistered white Nissan Mag…

Published: 08 Sep 2025 at 15:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man's privates mauled by police dogs

A man is fighting for his life at Masvingo Provincial Hospital after being mauled by police dogs during an operation targeting private pirate taxis, locally known as mushikashika, on Friday evening.The man, whose identity could not be conf…

Published: 08 Sep 2025 at 12:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP disowns purported Crime Prevention Summit

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has distanced itself from an event being advertised as the "Annual Crime Prevention Summit 2025," scheduled for September 10 in Harare.In a statement issued on Friday, national police spokesperson Commiss…

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 20:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police hunt couple in grisly Tsholotsho murder

Police are searching for a 34-year-old woman, Linnar Muzimela, and her boyfriend, identified only as Nkosi, who stand accused of murdering Muzimela's stepmother, 58-year-old Jenifer Dube, and secretly burying her in a shallow grave.The sho…

Published: 05 Sep 2025 at 06:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police arrest 748 in firearm crackdown

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have arrested 748 suspects in a nationwide operation targeting illegal firearms, toy guns, and other dangerous weapons.The crackdown, launched on 1 September 2025 under the banner "No to Illegal Firearms,…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 13:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

14 Chinese nationals arrested in Zimbabwe

Fourteen Chinese nationals were arrested on Tuesday morning in Harare after they were allegedly found in possession of cocaine.The group was apprehended at a lodge in the Newlands suburb, although police did not disclose the quantity of dr…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 07:28hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police warn of rising cybercrime threats in Zimbabwe

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has raised alarm over a sharp increase in cybercrime, warning that criminals are deploying advanced tactics to exploit vulnerable internet users.National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said …

Published: 01 Sep 2025 at 05:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Cleansing ritual rape lands prophet in court

A self-proclaimed prophet from Filabusi has been arrested for allegedly raping a 16-year-old teenager who is also his niece under the pretext of healing her. The prophet who cannot be named for ethical reasons, was not asked to plead when …

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 09:38hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police bust syndicate with smuggled weapons

Police in Kwekwe have uncovered a criminal syndicate in possession of smuggled offensive weapons, including an SP500 bleak barrel pistol, an Atumers rifle with a scope, pellet guns, okapi knives, axes, pepper spray, electric shockers, and …

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 09:36hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Police block Gukurahundi public meeting

Police in Bulawayo have barred Matabeleland-based political parties and civic groups from holding a public meeting to discuss the region's 1980s Gukurahundi massacres.The gathering, which was scheduled for Sunday at Stanley Square in Makok…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man pushes ex-wife into oncoming vehicle

A Masvingo man, Sadam Rutsvara (36), has been sentenced to three years and four months in prison for assaulting his ex-wife and pushing her into an oncoming vehicle after she declined his plea for reconciliation.Masvingo Magistrate Elizabe…

Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 22:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Retired police officer launches new political party

Senior retired police officer Togara Fambi has launched a new political party, the National Progressive Democrats (NPD), despite warnings from his mother about the dangers of opposing ZANU PF.Fambi revealed an emotional conversation with h…

Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 22:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police crack down on cough syrup syndicate

Authorities have dismantled a network of illicit cough syrup dealers after intercepting truckloads of unregistered and potentially lethal medicines in Beitbridge and Harare.On 24 August 2025, detectives at the Beitbridge Border Post appreh…

Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police dismiss reports of arrest in Businessman's murder

Police have dismissed social media reports claiming that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the killing of businessman Mr Joseph Mutangadura, who was shot dead at his Ruwa home during a suspected armed robbery on Sunday night.M…

Published: 22 Aug 2025 at 18:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africans fined for obstructing traffic at Zimbabwe crash scene

Two South Africans and their Zimbabwean accomplice were yesterday fined for obstructing traffic at the site of a deadly accident in Chitungwiza that claimed 17 lives in July.Cooper Daniel Colin, 33, Pretorius Walter James Seymour, 51, and …

Published: 22 Aug 2025 at 13:21hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo records 500 teen pregnancies in 8 months

Bulawayo has recorded more than 500 teenage pregnancies since January, sparking renewed calls for stronger collaboration between churches and government institutions to tackle the growing crises of early pregnancies and drug abuse.The stat…

Published: 21 Aug 2025 at 09:07hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Panners stone rival to death over stolen gold ore

Two illegal gold panners from Filabusi have been arrested after allegedly killing a fellow miner in a violent dispute over stolen gold ore.Melusi Dube, 28, and Ntuthuko Moyo, 31, appeared before Gwanda Magistrate Gillian Padzakashamba on c…

Published: 19 Aug 2025 at 18:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police Station escapee jailed

A 25-year-old man who made a dramatic escape from Nkulumane Police Station by crawling through the ceiling and smashing a window has been sentenced to an effective one year in prison.Joseph Madzivanyika, of Emganwini West, pleaded guilty t…

Published: 19 Aug 2025 at 18:56hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police arrest first suspect in Ruwa US$176,000 heist

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have made a breakthrough in the Ruwa unlawful entry case, arresting the first suspect linked to the theft of US$176,000.The incident, which occurred in early June, involved Harare businessman Joseph Marut…

Published: 18 Aug 2025 at 08:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Criminals trying to rubbish Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's claims

Contrary to KwaZulu-Natal provincial commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's claim that dockets from the political killings task team were "gathering dust" in the office of the Deputy National Commissioner for Crime Detection Shadrack Sib…

Published: 17 Aug 2025 at 20:31hrs | | by Staff reporter

Airtime vendors sue police for US$120,000

Three airtime vendors from Masvingo have filed lawsuits against the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and the Ministry of Home Affairs, each seeking US$40 000 in damages for unlawful arrest and malicious prosecution.The plaintiffs, London Rug…

Published: 17 Aug 2025 at 12:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Family cries foul over police botched investigation

The mysterious death of Hurungwe mother of four, Rumbidzai Tachiona, on June 16 has sparked controversy, with her family accusing police of dragging their feet in concluding investigations.Mashonaland West provincial police spokesperson, I…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 13:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Cop steals police Ford Ranger from headquarters

Authorities in Mashonaland Central are searching for Assistant Inspector Mandizvidza, who allegedly disappeared with a marked police Ford Ranger.An internal police memo dated August 13, circulated to all stations in Mashonaland East, instr…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 11:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Tombstone unveiling sparks debate

The Heroes and Defence Forces Day holidays have once again reignited debate over how Zimbabweans commemorate the dead, with growing concern over the blending of Christian tombstone unveiling ceremonies and traditional "kurova kwemakuva" ri…

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 08:37hrs | | by Staff reporter

R150,000 reward for fugitive linked to murder of 2 SAPS members

Police are offering a R150,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Jabulani Thabang Moyo, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of two police officers in Roodepoort on Friday.Moyo allegedly opened fire on members …

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 08:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police tighten impounded vehicle release rules

Police say vehicles impounded for traffic offenses will now only be released to their registered owners as per official vehicle registry records, in a move aimed at improving road safety and accountability.Speaking during a traffic safety …

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 08:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo police probe spike in car hijackings

 Police have expressed concern over a sudden rise in car hijackings in the city, with two recent armed robbery cases leaving residents shaken.Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga Msebele confirmed the incidents,…

Published: 11 Aug 2025 at 08:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

SA police hunt for Zimbabwean gold mining kingpin

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has amended the indictment against eight suspects accused of involvement in an alleged illegal mining syndicate following the repeated failure of the suspected ringleader, Bethell Ngobeni, to appear…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 10:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police arrest 143 touts in sweeping crackdown

Police in Harare have arrested 143 touts this week in a major operation aimed at curbing harassment of passengers and restoring order in the cityâ€™s chaotic public transport system.The crackdown, which began on Monday, comes amid growing …

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 09:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police warn Bulawayo school children against gang fights

As the end of the school term approaches, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) in Bulawayo has issued a stern warning to schoolchildren to avoid engaging in public fights and gang-related activities.During a recent safety campaign, Bulawayo …

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 22:09hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Police deploy for holidays, warn reckless motorists

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has rolled out extensive deployments across the country's roads, residential areas, industrial zones, and Central Business Districts (CBDs) to ensure peace, law, and order during the Heroes and Defence Fo…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 14:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

Magunje cement plant licence sparks corruption fears

Government officials have raised alarm over the controversial licensing of a Chinese-owned cement plant in Magunje, Mashonaland West, amid allegations of corruption, regulatory breaches, and community intimidation.The Magunje Cement Plant,…

Published: 04 Aug 2025 at 08:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

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