By Ndinatsei Mavodza
CHIREDZI – Police in Masvingo have launched a manhunt for a suspect linked to the murder of a 23-year-old man at his Mkwasine home in the early hours of Wednesday November 5.
The victim, Webster Dzivo of Admin A in Mkwasine, was discovered locked inside his room with multiple stab wounds after family members heard him crying out in agony around 2 AM.
Masvingo Provincial Police spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the incident and appealed for information that may help identify and apprehend the suspect.
“We are appealing to members of the public to assist us with information that can help us find the suspect,” said Dehwa.
According to police reports, Evans Dzivo, a relative, and his wife were awakened by unusual sounds coming from Webster’s room. When they rushed to investigate, they found the door locked from inside and heard the victim crying in pain.
After forcing entry into the room, they discovered Webster lying motionless with two visible wounds, one on his back and another on his abdomen.
Police were immediately alerted and the body was transported to Chiredzi General Hospital for post-mortem examination.
This incident adds to growing concerns about violent crimes in the Masvingo province. Just last month, police reported several cases of armed robberies and assaults in the Chiredzi area, with some incidents occurring in residential
