Byo records a surge in violent crimes

Zim Now Writer

The city of Bulawayo has been experiencing a high wave of violent crime, especially murder, lately, police in the province have said.

Bulawayo deputy provincial police spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Nomalanga Msebele said they recorded an increase in murder cases between November and December 10.

“Violent crimes in the society are on the increase involving the use of dangerous weapons such as machetes,” Ass. Insp Msebele said.

“Alcohol, domestic violence and abuse of drugs and other intoxicating substances have been seen as a contributor towards these crimes, said Ass. Insp. Msebele.

The senior police officer added that most of the victims were who would have been attacked on their way home from various drinking places such as shebeens.

“We urge bar owners to operate within the law and stipulated times. We will not negotiate if one is found operating outside their licensed hours. Shebeens are illegal,” she said.

Ass. Insp Msebele also said that carrying dangerous weapons was outlawed.

“We also urge members of the public to desist from using dark places and sanitary lanes during the night so as to avoid being easy targets of robbery which may lead to murder. We warn the community to desist from carrying dangerous weapons in public places.”