Police bust armed robber gang led by businessman

Zim Now Writer

A prominent Plumtree businessman has been arrested together with eight accomplices on allegations of being members of a gang responsible for many cases of armed robbery in Bulawayo’s high density suburbs.

**Alleged armed robberies mastermind and Plumtree businessman Limukani Khupe in custody during a police media briefing**

Police in statement said Limukani Khupe, 38, was identified as gang ringleader following investigations in which information from the public helped police nail the gang.

“As police, we appreciate the level of participation in the fight against crime by members of the public, which creates a difficult environment for criminals,” said Bulawayo provincial police spokesperson, Ins Abednico Ncube.

Other gang members are Brendon Moyo, 27, Benefit Vhudzi, 37, Witness Macebo, 27, Isheunesu Nhliziyo AKA Scanda, 36, Nyapo Ndlovu, 26, Limukani Dube, 32, Lungisani Mpofu, 24, also from Cowdray Park.

Ins Ncube said that the police investigated the gang from April and captured the men two days ago.

Ins Ncube also urged the public to up security measures in order to deter criminals.

“We also urge the community to use target hardening techniques in their premises by increasing door and window burglar bars,” he said.