BY COURT REPORTER
Two men recently appeared in court facing multiple charges of aggravated unlawful entry and theft after they allegedly went on a spree, breaking into several premises in Victoria Falls, stealing goods worth approximately USD $2 525.
Elton Zibusiso Nyathi, 31, and Thabani Gumbo, 29, the accused individuals allegedly targeted various businesses, including Sinemani Bottle Store, Sinemani Take-away shop, Zapalala Supermarket, Mama and Gogo Butchery, Nice Kicks and Cosmetics shop, Tinashe Gotosa Electrical shop, Faith’s Boutique, and Bridge Africa Technologies.
They stole a range of items, including drinks, snacks, clothing, shoes, handbags, cosmetics, electrical appliances, and cellphones.
According to the prosecution, the accused individuals used force to gain entry into the premises, causing damage to doors and locks.
They allegedly used unknown objects to break into the premises, and in one instance, they damaged the locks of Zapalala Supermarket but failed to gain entry.
The accused individuals were apprehended by the police and made statements indicating how they committed the offenses. They allegedly sold some of the stolen goods and used the proceeds to fund their criminal activities.
The prosecution has evidence, including witness statements, CCTV footage, and recovered stolen goods that will be presented to the court once they plead.
The case is ongoing, and the accused individuals remain in custody.
The defense will have to provide compelling arguments to counter the evidence presented by the prosecution.
Nyathi is facing another charge on raping his daughter sometime last month on two counts of rape.