A 24-year-old Bright Chikomo was apprehended on Thursday for robbing a family in Harare’s Eastview, Phase 15, Mabvuku area.
The suspect, Chikomo, allegedly attacked a couple in their home, stealing US$30 in cash, two cellphones, and a blanket. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed his arrest, noting that the second suspect, known only as “Digital,” is still at large.
Police reported:
“On November 28, 2024, Police in Harare arrested Bright Chikomo (24) in connection with a robbery at a residence in Eastview, Phase 15, Mabvuku, where a couple was attacked and robbed of USD 30, two cellphones, and a blanket.
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The suspect was positively identified by the wife during the incident, leading to his arrest. A knife was also recovered from his pocket. The second suspect, identified only as Digital, is still being sought. Anyone with information should report to the nearest police station.”
In another robbery, three armed suspects attacked a family on Cecil Road in Greendale, Harare, on Thursday. The assailants, who have not been identified, assaulted the family and stole US$12,200 in cash, laptops, cellphones, and a Digital Video Recorder (DVR).