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‘Fake’ police officer, CIO arrested for kidnapping and robbery

Police in Harare have arrested Cephas Nyamajiwa (25) for kidnapping, robbery and impersonation.

The suspect together with his accomplice, only identified as Manyerere, forced the victim in their motor vehicle, a Toyota Chaser, registration number ADE 2313, on 06/04/24 at a bus stop along Seke Road in Graniteside.

The suspects introduced themselves as members of the ZRP and President’s Office before attacking the victim and stealing US$600 cash.

The victim was dumped at Chikwanha Shopping Centre, Chitungwiza.

Swift reaction by the police after a report was made by the victim led to the arrest of Cephas Nyamajiwa and recovery of the suspects’ getaway vehicle and a pair of handcuffs.

In other news, police in Harare are investigating a robbery incident in which the suspects, who were travelling in a Honda Fit vehicle, stage managed road traffic accidents before stealing valuables and cash from victims.

Three unknown suspects, who were armed with a hammer, attacked the motorist before stealing the Toyota Mark X vehicle.

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