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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 | 92 | 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 | 409 | 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 | 404 | 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 | 273 | 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 | 222 | 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 | 290 | 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 | 659 | 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 | 171 | 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 | 266 | 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 | 67 | 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 | 79 | 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 | 465 | 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 | 1045 | 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 | 849 | 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 | 337 | 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 | 412 | 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 | 920 | 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 | 406 | by Staff reporter

Police destroy 53 drug bases in Kwekwe crackdown

More than 100 suspects have been arrested and 53 drug bases destroyed in Kwekwe, Midlands province, as police intensify a nationwide crackdown on drug and substance abuse.The raids, targeting both urban and peri-urban areas, have seen offi…

Published: 21 Aug 2025 at 09:06hrs | 310 | 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 | 262 | 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 | 184 | 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 | 1565 | 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 | 613 | 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 | 443 | 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 | 179 | 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 | 711 | 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 | 855 | 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 | 384 | by Staff reporter

Man kills son for failing police recruitment

A 41-year-old Waterfalls man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting his teenage son to death for failing to pass police recruitment tests.The suspect, identified as Gibson Munyoro, a security officer, reportedly sent his 19-year-old …

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 08:25hrs | 543 | 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 | 275 | 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 | 294 | 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 | 1056 | 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 | 238 | by Staff reporter

Police launch manhunt for tout accused of raping a minor

Police have launched a manhunt for a tout suspected of raping a 13-year-old Grade 7 pupil at Rezende bus terminus in central Harare earlier this week.National police spokesperson Paul Nyathi confirmed the investigation and search for the s…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 22:11hrs | 536 | 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 | 324 | 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 | 169 | 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 | 164 | by Staff reporter

Surge in bogus police officers mounting fake roadblocks

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has raised alarm over a growing number of bogus officers setting up fake roadblocks and harassing motorists, particularly in Harare, amid mounting public concern over corruption and abuse of authority wit…

Published: 04 Aug 2025 at 08:27hrs | 431 | by Staff reporter

Police arrests 2 long-time fugitives in drug raid

A routine drug raid in Budiriro, Harare, on Monday led to the dramatic arrest of two fugitives who had been on the police wanted list since 2023 for unrelated criminal offences.The suspects, Arthur Muchichwa (28) and Tafirenyika Nhenda (31…

Published: 02 Aug 2025 at 19:13hrs | 159 | by Staff reporter

Mthwakazi condemns police's unconstitutional ban of meeting

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has strongly condemned the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) for cancelling its planned public meeting in the Midlands province, originally scheduled for Saturday, August 3. The party described the move as a…

Published: 02 Aug 2025 at 11:29hrs | 200 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe deploys +150 breathalysers

The Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) has acquired more than 150 breathalysers to crack down on drink-driving, with the devices set to be deployed during the upcoming Heroes and Defence Forces Holidays and remain a permanent featur…

Published: 01 Aug 2025 at 13:22hrs | 589 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Prosecutor General decries widespread corruption

Prosecutor-General Loyce Matanda-Moyo has issued a scathing condemnation of rampant corruption in Zimbabwe, warning that the scourge is robbing citizens of critical services and crippling national development.Speaking at the launch of the …

Published: 01 Aug 2025 at 08:09hrs | 125 | by Staff reporter

Police destroy tonnes of illicit drugs

Police yesterday publicly destroyed 18,896 litres of illicit brews, 30 kilograms of banned skin lightening products, and 121 kilograms of dagga as part of intensified efforts to curb drug and substance abuse across Zimbabwe.The destruction…

Published: 01 Aug 2025 at 08:07hrs | 109 | by Staff reporter

Police ban dangerous weapons in Victoria Falls

Police in Victoria Falls have issued a prohibition order banning the carrying of dangerous weapons in public spaces, responding to a recent surge in violent crimes. The ban was announced by Chief Superintendent Sibulisiwe Sithole, Officer …

Published: 30 Jul 2025 at 15:04hrs | 98 | by Staff reporter

23 injured as bus overturns on Masvingoâ€“Beitbridge road

At least 23 passengers were injured on Monday, 28 July 2025, when a Zhongtong bus overturned along the Masvingoâ€“Beitbridge Road, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed.The accident occurred at the 144-kilometre peg of the busy …

Published: 29 Jul 2025 at 08:42hrs | 602 | by Staff reporter

Police smash cattle rustling syndicate

Police in Beitbridge, with vital assistance from vigilant community members, have dismantled a notorious cattle rustling syndicate that had terrorised livestock farmers in the district for over a year.Twelve suspects have been arrested in …

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 18:59hrs | 538 | by Staff reporter

Police probe fatal hit-and-run in Luveve

Police in Bulawayo have launched an investigation into a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a pedestrian along Intemba Road in Luveve on Sunday evening.Assistant Inspector Thandekile Ndlovu, the deputy provincial police sp…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 18:57hrs | 352 | by Staff reporter

ZRP arrests 6 for assault and kidnapping police officers

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting police involvement in land-related disturbances at Lea Farm in Nyabira, clarifying that the matter is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 09:58hrs | 795 | by Staff reporter

ZRP arrests over 1,000 in Harare road crackdown

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested 1,050 people in Harare since launching a major operation targeting pirate taxis, touts, and reckless drivers, in an effort to restore sanity on the capital's roads.The operation, which began …

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 08:46hrs | 253 | by Staff reporter

Police disrupt Smart City ground-breaking ceremony

A highly anticipated groundbreaking ceremony for the proposed Maqhoba Chef De Grand Smart City in Bulawayo ended in chaos last Thursday after police abruptly shut down the event, citing unresolved land ownership issues.The ceremony, organi…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 08:45hrs | 301 | by Staff reporter

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