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Nkayi man sought for shooting girlfriend

Published

6 months ago

August 2, 2024

BY STAFF REPORTER

The police are seeking assistance in locating Oscar Khumalo, a 62-year-old security guard from Nkayi District, who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting incident that occurred on July 7 in Bulawayo.

The incident resulted in the death of Khangelani Nkiwane, aged 38, who was allegedly Khumalo’s girlfriend, following an argument in their room in Pumula North.

“The incident occurred when Khumalo, armed with a pistol from his workplace, threatened to kill Khangelani,”police statement read on Ezra Tshisa Sibanda’s Facebook page.

“She attempted to hide in their landlord’s bedroom, but Khumalo pursued her. Seeing that Nkiwane had locked herself inside with the help of her landlord and the landlord’s grandchildren, Khumalo fired one shot through the door before proceeding to the bedroom window where he opened fire and short Khangelani two times at the back and once on the hand.”

He reportedly fled the scene as neighbours alerted the police and the deceased as rushed to Mpilo Central Hospital but succumbed to her injuries the following day.

The police are urging anyone with information on Khumalo’s whereabouts to come forward and contact the authorities.

“Khumalo later reached out to her sister informing her of the whereabouts of the service arm which led to its recovery by the police in a nearby bush. However, Police currently do not have any leads on the current whereabouts of Khumalo.”

Even the family is appealing for help.

“As Nkiwane family we are still devastated by the loss and the failure to gain justice to date. Please help us find this murderer so he can face justice for what he did. To anyone with information on Khumalo’s whereabouts or has seen him following this incident kindly contact CID Homicide; DC Dliwayo on cell number 0776 482 090 / 0713 395 900 or any nearest Police Station.”

Meanwhile, 40-year-old pastor, Moses Tshuma who raped and impregnated his 12 year old step daughter in Victoria Falls has been jailed for 28 years, with 8 years suspended.

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Jambezi officer of the law turns alleged rapist

Published

3 days ago

January 27, 2025

VicFallsLive

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.

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

Published

4 days ago

January 27, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

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

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.

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

Published

4 days ago

January 27, 2025

VicFallsLive

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.

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.

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