MASVINGO – A 47-year-old Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer stationed at Chikuku Police Base in Bikita has been acquitted of rape after the Masvingo Magistrates' Court ruled that the evidence presented did not prove the offence beyond a reasonable doubt. Magistrate Archie Wochiungwa delivered the judgment on 2 July 2026, finding that the complainant and the accused were in a consensual relationship at the time of the alleged incident.

MUTARE – A 29-year-old Mutare mushikashika operator has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer at a service station, an incident that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The suspect, Brendon Tsakatsa, of Chikanga 1, was arrested in connection with the incident, which police said occurred on 29 June 2026.

HARARE – The Harare Magistrates' Court has sentenced three Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers to five years' imprisonment each after convicting them of criminal abuse of office following an anti-corruption investigation. The convictions were confirmed on Friday by ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, who said the officers were arrested during an operation conducted by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Police Anti-Corruption Unit.

NYANGA – Police in Nyanga are searching for an acting deputy headmaster who is wanted in connection with the alleged indecent assault of a 17-year-old learner. Simon Muzerengi, the acting deputy headmaster at Claremont High School, is being sought by police following an incident that allegedly occurred on 19 June at his residence in Nyanga. According to a police report, Muzerengi is facing an allegation of indecent assault as defined under Section 67 of the Criminal Law (

HARARE – A 24-year-old man from Houghton Park has been arrested after allegedly stealing a truck carrying 42,000 litres of ethanol in Waterfalls, Harare. The suspect, Tawanda Timu Zingwanda, was apprehended on Friday after allegedly driving away with a Scania 440-horsepower truck valued at approximately US$100,000, prompting a police pursuit that ended with his arrest.

KARIBA – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have launched investigations into a road traffic accident in Kariba involving dancehall musician Malloti, born Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo, and her husband, Hulungende, after a pregnant woman was injured following a commotion at a live performance. Police say the incident occurred after disorder reportedly broke out during Malloti's show, with investigators now seeking to establish the sequence of events that led to both the disturban

BULAWAYO – Police have launched an investigation into a daring robbery at the Cold Storage Company (CSC) in Bulawayo, where thieves allegedly stole more than US$80,000 after disabling the company's security systems and breaking into several office safes. Investigators believe the robbery may have been an inside job, citing evidence that the suspects appeared to have detailed knowledge of the premises, its security arrangements and the location of the cash.

HARARE – Popular Zimbabwean musician Greatman, born Tongai Gwaze, has admitted operating an unlicensed bar after he was arrested during a police raid in Kuwadzana, Harare. The singer, best known for the hit song Pandakazvarwa, confirmed his arrest in a series of Facebook posts over the weekend, saying he had been detained at Kuwadzana 2 Police Station before being released.

A family of five was left traumatised after six armed robbers allegedly stormed their home in Mandara during the early hours of Saturday, assaulting the occupants before escaping with laptops, electronic gadgets, groceries, and other valuables. The violent home invasion occurred shortly after 2 am, turning what had been a peaceful night into a terrifying ordeal that lasted about 30 minutes.

HARARE – Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested 20 people, shut down 20 illegal shebeens, and dismantled four drug bases during a major anti-crime operation targeting violent offenders in Southlea Park and surrounding suburbs. The operation, codenamed Operation Hurricane, was launched following a surge in reports of murders, robberies, assaults, and unlawful entry cases in the area.

Twenty people were arrested in Harare's city centre during a joint anti-littering operation involving Harare City Council, EMA and the police as authorities intensify efforts to improve sanitation and environmental cleanliness.

HARARE — A major police operation in Harare's Southerton industrial area has resulted in the arrest of 46 people following the discovery of what authorities describe as an illegal alcohol manufacturing facility allegedly producing alcoholic beverages using ethanol. The operation, conducted by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), is part of ongoing efforts to combat illicit manufacturing activities, protect public health, and strengthen enforcement of food and beverage regulati

MUTARE — Two employees at Hartzell Central Primary School in Penhalonga have been arrested and charged with culpable homicide following the drowning of two early childhood development (ECD) learners in the school's swimming pool. The tragic incident occurred on 11 June 2026 and has reignited concerns over child safety at educational institutions and the condition of recreational facilities at schools across Zimbabwe.

HARARE — Calls are growing for a thorough investigation into the death of a young woman who allegedly died at Harare Hospital following complications arising from a pregnancy termination procedure reportedly carried out outside a formal medical facility. The woman, identified by friends as Juliana Makombe, died on Tuesday at Harare Hospital under circumstances that have sparked concern among relatives and acquaintances.

HARARE — A Harare parent and son of late national hero Alfred Nikita Mangena has been arrested and charged following a disturbance that erupted after a school's rugby match between Eaglesvale College and Christian Brothers College (CBC) on Saturday. Lotshe Yuri Rodgers Mangena, 50, was arrested after tensions flared at Eaglesvale College following the hosts' dramatic 14-13 victory over CBC in a closely contested fixture. Police have charged Mangena with assault and pointing a

HARARE — A Harare family is demanding DNA testing and answers from Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals after rejecting the body of a child they were allegedly asked to collect weeks after the death of a woman during childbirth complications. The dispute has sparked a police investigation and raised concerns over communication procedures and the handling of human remains at Zimbabwe's largest referral hospital.

HARARE — Police have arrested a man from Dzivarasekwa Extension in Harare in connection with allegations of rape, kidnapping, assault, and arson following a violent attack on a neighbouring couple. The suspect, identified by police as Godwilson Manake, allegedly attacked the couple at their home during the early hours of Wednesday morning before abducting the woman, whose whereabouts remain unknown.

A 27-year-old man is recovering in hospital after allegedly being stabbed during a drinking session in Matibi when a childhood dispute resurfaced. Police are searching for the suspect who fled the scene.

Police have charged a kombi driver and conductor with culpable homicide after seven young learners died in a devastating vehicle fire near Matongo Primary School in Gweru. Investigations linked the blaze to a petrol container carried inside the omnibus.

Police have arrested four Harare City Council officials in connection with the deaths of three Budiriro residents who drowned after falling into an open sewer sludge pit. Investigations are continuing.