Police in Goromonzi have arrested Learnmore Matangira (29), Enerst Kavhu (39) and George Mahufa (57) in connection with the shooting of illegal gold panners at TN Gold Mine that occurred on Sunday morning.
Speaking to ZBC News, ZRP Mashonaland East Provincial Spokesperson, Inspector Tendai Mwanza confirmed the arrests and said the 3 suspects are expected to appear in court on Tuesday facing attempted murder charges. Reports are that five armed security guards belonging to Braising Security which is contracted to provide security at TN Gold Mine, approached about 30 gold panners at Goromonzi RDC offices compound around 8AM and opened fire, seriously injuring four. The injured are admitted at Parirenyatwa Hospital where they are receiving treatment.
It is not clear what exactly happened that led to the guards to shoot the illegal gold miners. The mine, now known as TN Gold Mine, was acquired by Tawanda Nyambirai from Metallon Corporation last year.
More: ZBC
Back to top