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Chinese shoots dead Zimbabwean employee over salary

A wave of grief and anger has swept through Mutoko and beyond following the death of a local worker allegedly shot by his Chinese employers after demanding overdue wages. The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, was reportedly kille…

Published: 2 hrs ago | 232 | by Staff reporter

The biggest scam in Zimbabwe, Fake Sir Wicknell strikes across social media

Zimbabweans are being urged to exercise extreme caution as one of the most sophisticated scams in recent history spreads rapidly across social media platforms. Fraudsters are impersonating controversial businessman Sir Wicknell Chivhayo on…

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 23:41hrs | | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

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

Crime Alert, Help to Reduce Theft from Cars

In 2010, Inspector Chigoba, the then Officer-In-Charge and Sergeant Dube (MHSRIIP) of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Milton Park Public Relations Department approached me with a serious concern. The Milton Park policing area was experi…

Published: 07 Sep 2025 at 19:48hrs | | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

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

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

ZRP hits back at Securico over armed robbery claims

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has dismissed a widely circulated report by Securico Security Services claiming that armed robberies were spiralling out of control, warning that only law enforcement has the mandate to release official c…

Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 19:33hrs | 481 | by Staff reporter

ZRP faces rising corruption, public safety at risk

Zimbabwe's police service, once hailed as a guardian of law and order, is increasingly under scrutiny as allegations of corruption threaten public safety. Under Commissioner-General Stephen Mutamba, reports suggest that the force has becom…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 09:37hrs | 364 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe secures extradition of 22 fugitives

Zimbabwe is set to receive 22 suspected criminals extradited from countries including South Africa, Botswana, Portugal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in what authorities say could be the country's largest coordinated extradition effort…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 09:06hrs | 305 | by Staff reporter

Zivhu calls for law allowing 'shoot to kill'

Former ZANU-PF Member of Parliament for Chivi South, Killer Zivhu, has called for constitutional amendments to permit police officers and licensed gun owners to shoot to kill armed robbers in life-threatening situations.Posting on his X ha…

Published: 19 Aug 2025 at 18:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP cracks down on illegal use of blue lights, sirens

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to motorists illegally using blue lights, sirens, and bar lights on their vehicles, with Commissioner-General Stephen Mutamba vowing to clamp down on offenders.Speaking on Frida…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 16:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chinese firm sues Zimbabwe police boss

A Chinese-owned mining firm, Jiayuan Investments, has taken Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Commissioner-General Shepherd Mutamba to court for contempt, accusing him of defying a High Court order to release mining equipment seized by office…

Published: 07 Aug 2025 at 14:27hrs | 433 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested over spate of robberies, attempted murder

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested a 25-year-old Bulawayo man linked to a series of violent robberies and an attempted murder in Cowdray Park and surrounding areas.Police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirm…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 10:43hrs | 486 | by Staff reporter

ZRP warns against bogus anti-corruption organisations

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning against individuals and groups claiming to represent anti-corruption bodies, amid growing concerns over unauthorized visits and communications targeting police establishments.In…

Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 16:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Republic Police to audit food rations

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is set to conduct a thorough audit of food rations distributed to police stations nationwide following allegations that some senior officers have been abusing the system by diverting and selling supplies …

Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 12:07hrs | 199 | by Staff reporter

Man jumps from moving vehicle, dies on spot

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has announced a fatal road traffic accident at the 54 kilometre peg along Harare-Mukumbura road (Mazowe towards Bindura), which claimed the life of a male adult only identified as Dhuterere after jumping from…

Published: 07 Jul 2025 at 21:30hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Smugglers dump vehicle, contraband after ZRP chase

MUTARE - An anti-smuggling crack team deployed in Zimbabwe's Manicaland peripheral borders intercepted and foil an attempt by unknown assailants to smuggle second-hand clothing bales from Mozambique into Zimbabwe following the discovery of…

Published: 25 Jun 2025 at 08:01hrs | 355 | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Zimbabwe police bosses steal rations

Junior officers in the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have accused their superiors of diverting and selling food rations intended for rank-and-file personnel, raising serious concerns over internal corruption and welfare abuse within the f…

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 09:10hrs | 483 | by Staff reporter

ZRP bakkie, Mercedes Benz crash injures four

HARARE - Two police officers and two other passengers were critically injured when a Zimbabwe Republic Police Ford (4Ã—4) they were patrolling with was hit by a Mercedes Benz vehicle at Lewisam business centre along Harare-Mutoko highway l…

Published: 15 Jun 2025 at 12:39hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze

ZRP confirms officer on the run after flogging suspect to death

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed that 12 days after the alleged assault and death of a suspect in custody, Constable Prince Ndavambi remains at large.Ndavambi is accused of flogging 30-year-old Believe Blessed Jaravange to …

Published: 09 Jun 2025 at 08:43hrs | 407 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police intensifies manhunt for fugitive cop

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed it is actively pursuing Constable Prince Ndavambi, who is on the run following the death of 30-year-old Blessed Believe Juruvenge from Damafalls, amid mounting public concern and conflicting…

Published: 08 Jun 2025 at 18:06hrs | 1150 | by Staff reporter

Fraudster arrested for blowing over US$16,000 in botched car deal

A 52-year-old man from Harare has been arrested for allegedly swindling a client of over US$16,000 under the pretext of importing a vehicle, police have confirmed.The suspect, identified as Isaac Dhliwayo, was taken into custody on June 5,…

Published: 08 Jun 2025 at 11:53hrs | 74 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo's stray dog operation fails to launch due to police inaction

A citywide operation aimed at curbing the growing threat of stray dogs in Bulawayo has failed to get off the ground after the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) reportedly failed to cooperate, city officials have confirmed.The initiative, know…

Published: 07 Jun 2025 at 15:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

Matthew Takaona arrested by Ferret team

Veteran journalist and opposition activist Matthew Takaona has been arrested by members of the Ferret team, a joint police and intelligence unit, while participating in a community road safety initiative at Mushayavanhu Primary School in G…

Published: 03 Jun 2025 at 14:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP chief kills senior prison officer trying to save trapped CIO boss

A tragic accident on May 21 has claimed the lives of two senior Zimbabwean security officials, turning an act of heroism into a devastating loss. Principal Correctional Officer Masimba Mandimutsira died after being struck by a Ford Ranger …

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police releases names of Zimbabweans killed in SA mine tragedy

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed receiving a formal request from South African authorities through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade to help locate and identify the relatives of Zimbabwean nationals wh…

Published: 13 May 2025 at 11:06hrs | 1441 | by Staff reporter

3 people killed in hit-and-run accidents

Police have launched a nationwide manhunt for motorists involved in three separate fatal hit-and-run accidents that occurred over the weekend, leaving three people dead.In a statement, Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson C…

Published: 05 May 2025 at 15:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Violence instigators put on notice

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has vowed to arrest anyone who interferes with the free flow of traffic and public movement, as part of measures to maintain law and order in the face of threats of unrest from online agitators.This comes…

Published: 22 Apr 2025 at 07:38hrs | | by Staff reporter

'Bogus syndicates preying on public,' ZACC, ZRP

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) have confirmed co-ordinated criminal operations by fake syndicates posing as genuine officers who are targeting unsuspecting members of the public while donning in au…

Published: 09 Apr 2025 at 15:23hrs | | by Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

CID officer up for second murder charge

A Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer, Detective Farai Simudzirai, who was on suspension in connection with a murder case, has been implicated in another fatal incident. The incident, which occurred on March 16, 2025, raises serious con…

Published: 29 Mar 2025 at 08:38hrs | 1822 | by Staff reporter

Well Done, Commissioner General Steven Mutamba for bringing Sanity on our roads

The roads of Zimbabwe have witnessed significant transformations thanks to the commendable efforts of Commissioner General Steven Mutamba and the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP). The move towards digitisation and enhanced road safety measur…

Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 22:45hrs | 1523 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

ZRP, ZPCS own informal bus terminus, pirate taxis

Officers from both the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) and some government officials are operating parallel ranks with their immune-to-arrest fleet (Mushikashika) plying various paying rout…

Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 14:20hrs | 1634 | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Police officer killed, another injured in violent incident at nightclub

Glendale, Zimbabwe - A tragic incident unfolded at 007 Night Club in Glendale in the early hours of December 26, 2024, leaving one police constabulary dead and another officer injured while attempting to arrest a suspect.According to sourc…

Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 20:34hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Police arrest suspected cattle rustlers at Bulawayo abattoir

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested three individuals in connection with a suspected stock theft case at an abattoir in Belmont, Bulawayo. The suspects were apprehended on December 17, 2024, after attempting to slaughter 11 cat…

Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:43hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter

SEEDCO, ZRP warn culprits distributing counterfeit seeds

In the wake of 2024/25 farming season, certified seeds distribution and supply giant, SEEDCO Limited has joined hands with Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to thwart incidences of illegal selling of counterfeit seeds to unsuspecting farmers …

Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 22:15hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Harare man attempts to defraud ZRP of US$1,6m

A Harare businessman, Langton Madara, has been convicted for attempting to defraud the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) of over US$1.6 million in a fraudulent scheme involving the supply of printing materials to the law enforcement agency.Ma…

Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 06:59hrs | 519 | by Staff reporter

Man almost defrauds ZRP of US$2 million

THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) nearly lost US$2 million to a 35-year-old Harare man in a deal to supply printing materials to the law enforcers.This emerged at the Harare Magistrates Court last week where the director of Preprco Invest…

Published: 06 Mar 2024 at 20:54hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

Man threatens to axe sister over land

A 40-YEAR-OLD Hwange man appeared before Hwange Magistrate Court Ms Ailene Munamati on Friday morning for threatening to axe his sister over a land dispute.Mpindi Luwinga of Bangali village under Chief Nekatambe in Hwange was sentenced to …

Published: 23 Jan 2024 at 16:43hrs | 3 | by Peter Matuka

Zimbabwe police declares war on armed robbers

Police have activated crack teams countrywide as well as adequate human resources to deal with criminal syndicates.This comes after most members of two robbery gangs were arrested, with two of the robbers dead in gunfights in Harare as the…

Published: 10 Nov 2023 at 06:40hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Hooliganism cannot be part of the beautiful game.

If my memory serves me well, not long ago ZRP was allocated some state-of-the-art helicopters to assist in their policing duties which at times can be quite challenging. One would think those could have come  handy in crowd control at…

Published: 19 Sep 2023 at 23:23hrs | | by Thomas Murisa

ZRP boss promotes 186 officers day after elections

ZIMBABWE Republic Police (ZRP) Commissioner General Godwin Matanga promoted 186 officers a day after elections in what is understood to be a ploy to ensure President Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to retain presidency is protected against any ex…

Published: 26 Aug 2023 at 08:51hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Fire these rogue police recruits

I bemoan the fall of dignity of a once noble profession. I got recruited into Zimbabwe Republic Police in 1997 and was so much excited to be part and parcel of the police force. I was not driven or inspired to join the force for money but …

Published: 21 Aug 2023 at 14:14hrs | 14 | by Leonard Koni

ZRP can benefit from smart videos & cameras

The ZRP has a department called the National Traffic whose sole responsibility is ensuring everyone using the road follows the rules to save lives and protect property. They are supposed to reinforce these rules by ensuring that all driver…

Published: 18 Aug 2023 at 21:22hrs | 15 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Security roadblock fleeing cop wanted

An unlicensed Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer Felix Nyakurerwa (36) who fled from a roadblock along Harare-Mukumbura road while clad in police uniform driving a Toyota Wish with seven passengers on board has been issued a warrant of…

Published: 28 Jul 2023 at 18:17hrs | 11 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Concesion

Two cattle thieves nabbed

The Zimbabwe Republic police arrested two suspected cattle rustlers in Matebeleland South, Figtree today. The duo Thamsanqa Ncube (35) and Dumiso Dube are suspected to have stolen cattle from Zareba farm in Figtree. More to follo…

Published: 25 Jul 2023 at 16:32hrs | 12 | by Tarisai Mudahondo

Three appear in court for Illegal Gold Mining

Three illegal gold miners  appeared at Concession magistrates courts on Saturday on charges of prospecting for gold without a license at Manzou farm in Mazowe.The three, Artwell  Chaitezwi  (30), Jeremiah Mdlalambi (33) and …

Published: 18 Jun 2023 at 13:41hrs | | by Desmond Nleya

Nkayi Villagers cry for help

Villagers under Headman Manguni in Nkayi have requested urgent government assistance and help towards tackling challenges that have made life difficult for the people of Nkayi. Villagers revealed that Nkayi had been left behind under the n…

Published: 05 Apr 2023 at 11:52hrs | | by Nkululeko Nkomo

Cop flees from security roadblock

An unlicensed  Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer who fled from a roadblock along Harare-Mukumbura road while clad in police uniform driving a Toyota Wish with seven passengers on board has been dragged to Concession magistrates c…

Published: 20 Feb 2023 at 13:25hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole in Concesion

Suspected armed robber killed

A suspected armed robber who is believed to be part of a gang that was targeting companies in and around Harare was shot and killed in a shootout with the police this Tuesday.Alexio Mupamhura of Harare died at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospita…

Published: 09 Feb 2023 at 19:34hrs | | by Staff Reporter

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