Crime & Court Articles

Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Murdering Uncle Over HIV Insults

Vongai Masuka A Dema man who brutally murdered his uncle over HIV status with a shovel before dumping his body in a deep well has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. David Chakahwata, of Ditima Village in rural Seke, appeared before High Court Judge Justice Esther...

Bulawayo Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Mistaking Child for ‘Goblin’

Vongai Masuka A 38-year-old Mabutweni man appeared before the Western Commonage Magistrate’s Court on Monday to face attempted murder charges after he allegedly attacked a young child he claimed was a goblin. The accused, Senzile Nyathi, was not asked to plead when he...

Magaya Bodyguard Acquitted for Interfering With Key Witness

Vongai Masuka Harare Magistrates Court has acquitted self proclaimed prophet, Walter Magaya’s Body guard, Tapiwa Felix Chikondo of charges related to obstructing the course of justice. Magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai cleared Chikondo following a full trial, citing a...

Woman Murders Father-in-Law For Excessive Drinking

A 35-year-old woman from Tshishala Village has been arrested for allegedly killing her father-in-law following a heated confrontation regarding his chronic alcohol consumption. The suspect, Faith Dube, reportedly attacked the elderly man on Monday after accusing his...
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