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Explosives used in break-In at Chinhoyi Veterinary Services office
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In a bold and destructive act of criminality, unknown suspects broke into the provincial offices of the Department of Veterinary Services in Chinhoyi on Friday night, using explosives to access the accounts office.
The explosion, which authorities suspect was caused by dynamite, caused extensive damage to the facility. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.
Confirming the break-in, Provincial Veterinary Officer Dr Thokozani Mswela said the blast took place during the night when only one security guard was on duty. The second guard was reportedly absent without official leave.
"The explosion caused serious structural damage to the accounts office. Investigations are underway, and we are cooperating fully with the police," said Dr Mswela in a statement issued Saturday morning.
While the exact motive behind the attack remains unclear, preliminary indications suggest it could be linked to a broader surge in criminal activity across the town.
Police in Chinhoyi confirmed that they had responded to at least five separate robbery incidents from Friday night into the early hours of Saturday morning. The cluster of incidents has raised fears of coordinated criminal operations targeting businesses and government offices.
National police spokespersons have yet to release further details, but local authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity.
"No arrests have been made so far," a police official said. "We are appealing to members of the public who may have witnessed anything unusual or have information that could assist in the investigation to come forward."
The Department of Veterinary Services plays a crucial role in disease control, livestock health management, and agricultural development in the province. The attack on its offices is likely to disrupt services temporarily.
This incident adds to growing concerns over the rise in violent crimes and the apparent use of military-grade explosives in civilian crimes.
Further updates are expected as police continue their investigations.
The explosion, which authorities suspect was caused by dynamite, caused extensive damage to the facility. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.
Confirming the break-in, Provincial Veterinary Officer Dr Thokozani Mswela said the blast took place during the night when only one security guard was on duty. The second guard was reportedly absent without official leave.
"The explosion caused serious structural damage to the accounts office. Investigations are underway, and we are cooperating fully with the police," said Dr Mswela in a statement issued Saturday morning.
While the exact motive behind the attack remains unclear, preliminary indications suggest it could be linked to a broader surge in criminal activity across the town.
National police spokespersons have yet to release further details, but local authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity.
"No arrests have been made so far," a police official said. "We are appealing to members of the public who may have witnessed anything unusual or have information that could assist in the investigation to come forward."
The Department of Veterinary Services plays a crucial role in disease control, livestock health management, and agricultural development in the province. The attack on its offices is likely to disrupt services temporarily.
This incident adds to growing concerns over the rise in violent crimes and the apparent use of military-grade explosives in civilian crimes.
Further updates are expected as police continue their investigations.
Source - ZBC
