Reign of terror ends for serial rapist

A serial rapist who terrorized several communities in Matebeleland South, targeting elderly women, has been arrested, convicted, and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

27-year-old Talent Moyo was found guilty of multiple counts of rape and received an effective prison term of 15 years following his conviction.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi praised the role of the public in the arrest.

"The ZRP commends the public in Makhulela, Dupute under the Madhlambuzi policing area for their cooperation and collaboration with the police which led to the arrest of a serial rapist, Talent Moyo," Commissioner Nyathi said.

Moyo's crimes had caused widespread trauma and fear among the affected communities, with his heinous acts particularly preying on vulnerable elderly women.

Commissioner Nyathi urged the public to actively engage with the ZRP's Community Policing structures to help maintain law and order across the country.

"We encourage the public to join Community Policing structures to assist in ensuring safety and security in their neighborhoods."

The successful arrest and conviction send a strong message that sexual violence, especially against the vulnerable, will not be tolerated and that community cooperation is vital in the fight against crime.