MSU Student Murder: Hostage Survivor Recounts Ordeal
Story By Staff Reporter
A woman who was allegedly held hostage at a Gweru boarding house has described how she and others watched helplessly as a Midlands State University (MSU) student lost her life.
The fourth-year Psychology student was allegedly shot dead at KMP boarding house in Senga on Thursday. Police have confirmed the incident and are investigating.
Survivor recounts the ordeal
One of the girls allegedly held hostage by the suspect says he took away their phones. According to her account, the occupants were then locked in a room with the wounded student.
The group could not call for help. They allegedly watched as the student slowly lost her life.
What police and early reports say
Preliminary information indicates that the suspect is the student’s former husband. He is reportedly a director of a Bulawayo-based security company.
He allegedly arrived at the boarding house at about 3pm. Around 5pm, occupants heard gunshots and left their rooms to find out what had happened.
The suspect then allegedly emerged holding a revolver. He reportedly forced the occupants into a room and confiscated their mobile phones.
One occupant managed to contact the caretaker, who alerted the police. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident and said investigations are underway.
Investigation continues
Police have not yet released further details on the charges the suspect faces. All claims in this report remain allegations until tested in court. We will update this article as more information becomes available.
