A tragic incident unfolded in Gutu, Masvingo Province, after a man allegedly killed his friend in a violent altercation over accusations of proposing love to his wife.
The suspect, 38-year-old Joseph Dimiti, is now in police custody facing a murder charge following the brutal attack on 35-year-old Richard Takawira. According to Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the incident occurred on February 17, 2025, in Machakata Village, Soti-Source.
Reports indicate that Dimiti, driven by rage, repeatedly struck Takawira with a hoe, inflicting severe injuries. Takawira was rushed to a hospital in Gutu, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
In a separate incident, a domestic dispute in Borrowdale, Harare, turned violent when 29-year-old Prisca Takaza allegedly stabbed her husband, Liberty Karikoga (40), in the collarbone with a knife. The altercation took place on February 18, 2025, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Commissioner Nyathi expressed concern over the increasing number of violent crimes stemming from domestic disputes. He urged the public to seek peaceful conflict resolution methods rather than resorting to violence.
"We continue to urge members of the public to respect the sanctity of life. Disputes should be resolved amicably through dialogue, counselling, or seeking guidance from community leaders," said Nyathi.
As cases of domestic violence and fatal disputes rise, authorities are calling for more awareness and intervention strategies to prevent further tragedies.
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