ZRP Seeks Public Help in Armed Robberies Involving Over US$68k Stolen

Zim Now Writer 

The Zimbabwe Republic Police is appealing to the public for help in solving two separate armed robbery incidents that occurred last week, resulting in the theft of over US$68 000, five firearms, and seven pepper sprays.

In the first incident, which took place on Saturday around 6:30 PM in Habane Township, Esigodini, two unidentified suspects armed with pistols broke into a residence and stole US$45,000 in cash. 

During the robbery, one of the occupants was shot in the chest and is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Bulawayo. The ZRP stated:

"The ZRP is appealing for information which may assist in the investigation of a robbery that occurred at a house in Habane Township, Esigodini, on 05/10/24 at around 1830 hours.

"Two unknown suspects armed with two pistols entered the house and stole USD 45,000.00 in cash. One occupant was shot in the chest and is currently receiving medical attention at a hospital in Bulawayo," the police said in a statement.

The second incident occurred on Thursday at a security company along Lynnington Road, Strattaven, Avondale, Harare. 

Eight unknown suspects, armed with unidentified pistols and iron bars, attacked a security guard and made off with US$23,175 in cash, as well as five firearms, seven pepper sprays, and seven handcuffs. 

 "On 03/10/24, eight unknown suspects armed with unidentified pistols and iron bars attacked a security guard who was on duty at a local security company along Lynnington Road, Strattaven, Avondale, Harare, before stealing US$23,175.00 in cash, five firearms, seven pepper sprays, and seven handcuffs. 

"Anyone with information is encouraged to report to the nearest police station."

The ZRP urges anyone with information regarding these robberies to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice.