Herdman fatally assaults colleague

Zim Now Writer

Police are looking for a Shurugwi man who assaulted his fellow herdsman following a misunderstanding involving cattle herding duties.

Brian Makota of Village Senamwe under Chief Nhema in Shurugwi reportedly struck Sydney Maketo, 26, who later died upon admission at hospital, following an argument over turns to herd cattle.

Midlands provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko said: “Makota and Maketo were taking turns to look after their cattle, and on the fateful day, Makota delayed taking cattle to the grazing lands. Maketo then went to ask Makota why he had delayed, resulting in a misunderstanding between the two,” said Inspector Mahoko.

Makota then took a log and struck Maketo on the head several times, resulting in him falling unconscious.

Maketo, who was bleeding from the nose and had sustained a swollen head, was rushed to Shurugwi District Hospital where he was pronounced dead upon admission.

Police are appealing to members of the public to assist with information that may lead to Makota’s arrest.

“We are appealing to members of the public who might have any information that may lead to the arrest of the suspect to approach the nearest police station. We are also appealing to members of the public to desist from using violence to solve problems,” said Inspector Mahoko.