The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a dedicated Special Tactics Troop, a highly trained rapid-response unit modelled on elite police formations around the world.
The new tactical team, which graduated following an intensive training programme, is designed to respond to high-risk and serious crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, murder and smuggling.
Its deployment comes at a time of heightened public concern, following a series of high-profile violent crimes across the country.
Recent incidents include the fatal shooting of prominent businessman Joseph Mutangadura and the brutal murder of an entire family in Guruve.
ZRP spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the development, saying the troop’s pass-out parade was officiated by Commissioner-General Stephen Mutamba on 18 December 2025. Said Nyathi:
“The team will assist in responding and reacting to scenes of serious crime such as armed robbery, murder, smuggling, and kidnapping.”
The police have also introduced Quick Response (QR) codes on patrol vehicles, allowing motorists to scan and connect directly to the police hotline for real-time reporting of emergencies, reckless driving and criminal activity.
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