Tinaani Nyabereka
GWERU- Police are investigating a case of robbery, theft and kidnapping which happened over the weekend on March, 18 2023.
Midlands Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko urged members of the public to assist the police with investigations.
“We appeal to members of the public to with information to approach any nearest police station or make use of suggestion boxes.
“May those members of the public staying in close proximity establish vigilant groups and effective communication so that when such mishaps occur, people can mobilize and help each other,” he said.
It is reported that a lone man, arrived at a house while the occupants, a woman and her children were asleep.
The children included a daughter (21), three sons (18), and two (10) all names withheld for ethical reasons.
The man forced open the main door and demanded the woman to pay him US$ 60 he was alleged to have been owed by a previous occupant of the house.
He was given US$ 45 and he forcefully took with him the 21 year old girl saying he would only release her when he gets the remaining US$ 15.
The girl reportedly came back the following day and reported that she had been raped repeatedly in a nearby bush.
Police attended the scene and investigations are currently underway.
