Suspected Fraudster Arrested At RGMI Airport Over US$580,000 Property Scam

A 43-year-old man was arrested at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport on Tuesday after allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent transfer of ownership for a property worth US$580,000 in Gletwin, Harare.

Police investigations revealed that the suspect, Elijah Meskano, had transferred the property into his and his wife’s names.

He was reportedly attempting to flee the country when he was apprehended.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the case in a statement on Thursday. It said:

“On 23 September 2025, police in Harare arrested Elijah Meskano, aged 43, at R.G Mugabe International Airport in connection with a fraud case.

“The suspect allegedly orchestrated a fraudulent transfer of ownership for a property valued at US$580,000 located in Gletwin, Harare.”

“The offence came to light when the rightful owner received Harare City Council bills bearing the names of the suspect and his wife.”

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