Missing Toyota Aqua Recovered in Masvingo, Suspect Still at Large

Police have made a breakthrough in the case of the silver Toyota Aqua (registration AFW 2593) that disappeared in late November after its owner, Rumbidzai Mandaza, hired a driver through the InDrive service. The vehicle has been found in Masvingo, although the man suspected of taking it, Humphreys Anotida Chanyau, is still on the run.

Investigators from the Masvingo CID reportedly tracked down the car on Friday after receiving tips that it had been sold to a local resident. The alleged buyer whose identity is being withheld has since been arrested for purchasing a vehicle without full paperwork. He has already appeared in court, where his case was deferred to 19 December. He was released on US$100 bail.

Meanwhile, the key suspect, Humphreys Anotida Chanyau, who was hired as Mandaza’s driver and later vanished with the vehicle, has not yet been located. Police say he is now wanted in connection with the theft and are appealing to the public for information that could lead to his arrest.

Mandaza praised officers from Marimba Police Station, the Masvingo CID, and other ZRP units for their coordinated efforts in recovering the car across provincial boundaries. The vehicle is now being held as evidence while investigations continue.

Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen or can identify Humphreys Anotida Chanyau to report immediately to any police station. They stressed that public assistance remains vital in ensuring all those involved are brought to justice.