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Coal dust claims life in Hwange as police investigates another fatal hit -and -run

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BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI 

Hwange has been hit by two separate tragedies, leaving the community in shock and mourning.

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According to police Assistant Inspector, Namatai Mashona, acting Provincial Community Relations and Liaison Officer, “On 11 December 2024 and along Hwange Chaba Road, Emmanuel Muleya (32) who was driving a Sino Hydro Tipper Truck fatally hit Blessing Tafadzwa Mhlanga (29) who was crossing the said road. He sustained fractured legs and protruding intestines.”

According to Ward 3 Councillor Brian Chikumbo, the accident occurred due to poor visibility caused by coal dust on the road where several trucks were passing as the victim tried to pass the road, but was impaired by the dust.

 

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In a separate incident, Brighton Tshuma, 37, of Gurambira Village, was found dead in the middle of the road with severe head injuries and fractured legs.

Mashona says the incident, which occurred on December 8, is being investigated as a suspected hit-and-run.

Meanwhile, the Greater Hwange Residents Association Trust has submitted a petition to the Parliament of Zimbabwe, highlighting the dangers posed by the coal dust in Hwange and calling for urgent action to address the issue.

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Jambezi officer of the law turns alleged rapist

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BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A 39-year-old police officer stationed at Jambezi has been arraigned before the Victoria Falls Magistrates’ Court on charges of raping a 13-year-old girl. The alleged incident occurred on January 18, at around 12:30 am, when the accused officer reportedly pounced on the minor, who was with her cousin at the time.

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According to the allegations, the police officer questioned the two girls about their presence at that late hour, and they explained that they were waiting for their sister. The accused then dragged the 13-year-old behind a nearby shop, where he fondled her breasts, kissed her, and ultimately raped her.

In an attempt to silence his victim, the police officer bought her two soft drinks, two packets of biscuits, and a bottle of opaque beer. The accused has been remanded to February 7, pending further proceedings.

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Victoria Falls man appears in court for rape of 13-year-old girl

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A Victoria Falls man was arraigned before the Victoria Falls Magistrates Court on charges of raping a 13-year-old girl.

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According to the National Prosecuting Authority, the  alleged incident occurred on October 10, last year, at around 7 pm, at a house in Chinotimba Township.

The accused allegedly entered the complainant’s bedroom while she was alone, forcefully undressed her, and raped her.

After the assault, he threatened to kill her if she revealed the incident to anyone.

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The matter only came to light on January 12, when the complainant confided in her aunt about her ordeal.

The case has been remanded to tomorrow.

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Victoria Falls man jailed for defying protection order, threatening ex-wife’s life

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BY WANDILE TSHUMA

A Victoria Falls man has been sentenced to ten months in prison for violating a protection order and threatening to kill his ex-wife.

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According to the National Prosecuting Authority, the man breached the protection order by visiting his ex-wife’s home, where he threatened her with a knife and hurled vulgar insults.

The court heard that the protection order had been issued to protect the ex-wife from her former husband’s abusive behavior.

However, the man flagrantly disregarded the order, putting his ex-wife’s life in danger.

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In passing sentence, the magistrate emphasized the seriousness of violating protection orders and the need to protect victims of domestic violence.

 

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