Police in Bulawayo have confirmed investigating a carjacking incident which left a 50-year-old man dead after the assailant strangled him with a seat belt, Tuesday.
The victim allegedly offered the unknown assailant a lift who in turn pointed an unnamed firearm to him, with instructions to follow before a
“ZRP is investigating a case of murder which occurred along Randun road, Upper Rangemore, Bulawayo on January 21, 2025 in which Albert Tsuma (50) died.
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“The victim and his son who were travelling in a Honda CRV offered a lift to an unknown male suspect before he produced a firearm and instructed them to follow an unregistered BMW which was in front of them,” the ZRP said in a statement.
Unfortunately, Tshuma’s vehicle ran out of fuel leading to the deadly altercation.
“The suspect strangled the victim with a seat belt after the vehicle had run out fuel and he drove off in a BMW vehicle.
“Subsequently, the victim passed away and his body was conveyed to Bulawayo Hospital for post mortem.”
Police have since advised anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.
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