Imbiber killed in dispute over beer

Zim Now Writer

Police in Bindura, Mashonaland Central Province, are hunting for Austine Mavhuto, who allegedly murdered his colleague in a beer dispute.

The victim, Tinashe Chitefa, 26, reportedly told his mother that he had been attacked by Mavhuto before his death at his Nyamakura farm, homestead in Bindura.

Mashonaland Central provincial police spokesperson Inspector Milton Mundembe confirmed the incident which occurred on Saturday.

Police warned members of the public to shun violence and respect human life.

“We urge people to shun violence because it leads to loss of precious life and results in some facing jail for murder hence people should avoid violence and seek counselling when they have disputes,” Insp Mundembe said.