Eight Wanted in Gwanda Pump Station Killing
Story By Providence Maraneli
Police are searching for eight suspects linked to the murder of a 61-year-old Gwanda Municipality pump attendant. The attack took place during a night shift at the weekend.
What happened
The victim, Absolom Mafukidze, was on duty with a colleague when a gang reportedly attacked them. Three of the suspects then forced the colleague into an unmarked Toyota Hilux GD6 and drove to a secluded spot. Meanwhile, the remaining five suspects allegedly stayed at the pump station and killed Mafukidze.
Cable stolen
In addition, the gang reportedly made off with a 50-metre ZESA armoured cable. The cable supplied electricity to the pump station.
Police response
Matabeleland South police spokesperson Assistant Inspector Stanford Mguni confirmed the incident. Detectives are now working to establish exactly how the killing unfolded, and the search for the suspects continues.
Reporting based on original coverage by ZBC.
