Lupane

Mother kills 18-month-old son in Nyamandlovu

Published

8 months ago

August 18, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

Tragedy struck in Nyamandlovu, Lupane, when a 20-year-old mother strangled her 18-month-old son to death.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, at Zimdabule Village 4, Deli.

According to the police report, Siphethebuhle Nkomo had tried to silence her crying child but ultimately resorted to killing him.

“On 14/08/24, police in Nyamandlovu, Lupane arrested Siphethebuhle Nkomo (20) in connection with a case of murder in which she strangled to death her son (18 months) after failing to silence him while crying.” police said.

In another incident, a suspected mental patient, Fambisai Tavengerwei (50), killed his 2-year-old son by striking him with a log on the head several times.

This incident occurred on the same day, August 14, at Madzore Village, Nyakunhuwa, Zaka.

In Kwekwe, another gruesome murder occurred on August 17, at Village Kombora, Silobela.

Felix Chingama (46) struck his uncle, Prosper Munanzvi (55), with a brick on the head and then hit him with a log all over the body.

The motive behind the murder was a suspicion that the victim was dating Chingama’s wife. Munanzvi died on the spot.

In Zvishavane, a group of six suspects assaulted Lovemore Ngwenya (30) with machetes on August 17, near Mandava Bus Terminus.

The suspects had accused Ngwenya of assaulting a 14-year-old female juvenile for unknown reasons. Ngwenya succumbed to his injuries and died upon admission to a local hospital.

The police are appealing for information to arrest the suspects, only two of whom have been identified as Donny and Enthel.

Lupane

Lupane man jailed for 12 months over domestic violence

Published

3 months ago

January 15, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

A Lupane man has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for physically abusing his wife on two separate occasions.

The incidents occurred on December 27, 2024, and January 2 this year, with the accused assaulting his wife with open hands, fists, and a whip, causing injuries to her face and body.

The court heard that the first incident was sparked by a domestic dispute over the complainant’s whereabouts on Christmas Eve.

The accused became violent, assaulting his wife, who managed to escape and seek refuge at her aunt’s homestead.

In a shocking turn of events, the accused visited his wife at her aunt’s homestead, seeking forgiveness, and she agreed to return home with him.

However, upon their arrival, the accused again accused his wife of infidelity and assaulted her multiple times with a whip.

The court sentenced the accused to 12 months in prison, with six months suspended on condition of good behavior.

In Zimbabwe, domestic violence is a serious crime, and perpetrators can face up to 10 years in prison under the Domestic Violence Act [Chapter 5:16]. The court’s decision in this case sends a strong message that domestic violence will not be tolerated.

Lupane

Murder suspect on the run after killing woman for alleged role in cousin’s prostitution

Published

5 months ago

December 9, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY WANDILE TSHUMA

A 32-year-old man is on the run from the law after allegedly murdering a 24-year-old woman in Lupane.

Vuminkosi Dlamini is accused of stabbing Pink Moyo multiple times at Sibombo Business Centre on December 6.

According to police, Dlamini allegedly committed the crime after accusing Moyo of luring his cousin into prostitution.

The police are urging anyone with information on Dlamini’s whereabouts to report to their nearest police station.

Lupane

Conductor killed in bus accident along Dandanda-Jotsholo road

Published

5 months ago

November 20, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

A bus conductor lost his life in a tragic accident along Dandanda-Jotsholo Road in Lupane after being run over by the bus he was working on.

The incident occurred on November 17, at approximately 1:30 a.m.

According to the police report, the conductor was hanging precariously on the moving bus and unfortunately slipped and fell, resulting in fatal injuries.

The police are now urging bus operators and crew members to exercise extreme caution and adhere to safety protocols to avoid such devastating accidents.

They specifically warn against allowing loaders or conductors to hang dangerously on moving vehicles, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety on the roads.