Manhunt launched for former MDC chair who beat sugarcane thief in viral video
Manhunt launched for former MDC chair who beat sugarcane thief in viral video – The police are searching for James Gumbi, the former MDC Masvingo Provincial Chairperson from Zaka, in connection to an incident at his farm in Concession.
Gumbi is accused of assaulting Beven Zenderani, who was allegedly caught stealing sugarcane on the plot.
The incident occurred as the victim was walking with a friend near Gumbi’s plot, when some of the suspects stopped them and accused them of theft.
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Zimbabwe Republic Police spokesperson Assistant Paul Nyathi confirmed that Zenderani had been found and taken to a local hospital for medical examination, following the attack on 18th February 2024. Three suspects, including Hardlife Mananga (21), Luckson Ruzive (30), and a juvenile who was later released to the care of his parents, have been arrested in connection to the incident.
Law enforcement officials disclosed that they are actively searching for Gumbi, who is believed to be the prime suspect in the case. Additionally, they are pursuing three other individuals believed to be connected to the assault. Reads the statement:
“Reference is made to the Concession Assault incident which went viral on social media platforms recently.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms that the complainant, Beven Zenderani (25) has been located and taken to a local hospital for medical examination. The incident occurred on 18th February 2024.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has since arrested three suspects:-
- Hardlife Mananga (21)
- Luckson Ruzive (30)
- A 15-year-old juvenile who has been released into the custody of his parents.
The Police has activated a team to arrest the main suspect, James Gumbi in Harare, while three other suspects are also being sought by the Police.
The complainant was picked up by some of the suspects while walking in the company of a friend near James Gumbi’s plot.
The suspects allege that the complainant and his friend had stolen the sugarcane they were eating from Gumbi’s plot.
The suspects called James Gumbi to the scene. They then took turns to assault the complainant.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police will provide more details on the investigation once James Gumbi has been arrested.”
Meanwhile, the Police commends the public for the valuable support and cooperation in the fight against criminal acts in the country.
The incident underscores the need for communities to work together to solve disputes amicably, rather than resorting to violence. Police continue to investigate the matter while raising awareness on the importance of peaceful conflict resolution.
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-Afrogazette-
