The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is investigating a series of disturbing murder cases in Seke, with one suspect already arrested in connection with the death of an elderly woman.
The ZRP is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in their ongoing investigations.
According to a statement issued by ZRP spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, in the first incident, Farai Machaka (48) has been arrested in connection with the murder of his aunt, Ruth Elizabeth Kadara (67).
Nyathi said Kadara’s body was discovered on June 5th, 2025, in her kitchen hut in Chounda Village, Seke.
Police investigations revealed that Machaka allegedly sexually abused his aunt before strangling her to death.
The suspect also stole the victim’s cellphone, which has since been recovered by the police. Said the ZRP spokesperson:
In a separate and disturbing incident, the Zimbabwe Republic Police is also investigating murder cases involving Ruth Ruvarashe Chidume (35) and her two children, Tatenda Precious Blessings Gumbo, aged four (04) and Ira Makanaikaishe Gumbo, aged two (02).
The bodies of the victims were found in the bedroom at Besa Village, Dema, on 9th June 2025.
Ruth Chidume was discovered hanging from a wooden beam with a nylon fabric tied around her neck, while the two infants were found blindfolded with plastic papers covering their heads and tied below the necks.
He said comprehensive investigations are underway to uncover the full circumstances surrounding both of these heinous crimes. Added Nyathi:
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is conducting comprehensive investigations to uncover the circumstances surrounding both cases and we appeal to anyone with information regarding these heinous crimes to contact the National Complaints Desk on 0242 703631 or Whatsapp 0712800197 or report at any nearest police station.
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