Crime and Courts
Grand Father Rapes Granddaughter
Itai Mazire
A 53 year-old grandfather will rue the the day when he showed lack of empathy after he raped his granddaughter (9) after she sought safety in his bedroom.
The offender appeared before a Bindura Regional Magistrates’ Court and was handed down a 20‑year prison sentence for the rape of his 9‑year‑old granddaughter.
NPA said on 20 June 2025 at around 1900 hours at a village in Dotito, Mt Darwin, the young victim sought refuge in her grandfather’s bedroom after a misunderstanding with her uncle.
“The offender exploited the child’s isolation and perpetrated the sexual assault, coupled with threats to stop her from reporting the crime. The victim disclosed the abuse to a trusted family friend, leading to the arrest of the grandfather.
“The offender was found guilty, with the court stressing the severity of the abuse of trust, the victim’s extreme vulnerability, and the close familial relationship between the offender and the victim,” said NPA