Crime and Courts

Death After Alleged Illegal Home Surgery Shocks Chitungwiza Residents

Police are investigating the death of an adult from Murisa Village in Seke following a reported procedure for a goitre at a home in Unit…

Police are investigating the death of an adult from Murisa Village in Seke following a reported procedure for a goitre at a home in Unit D, Chitungwiza.

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Police removed the body from the property on Friday.

Police at the property following the death of an adult from Murisa Village in Seke. The cause of death has not been officially established. Photo: Hurumende News Hub

The cause of death has not been officially established, and details about the person who reportedly performed the procedure, including their identity and whereabouts, remain unconfirmed.

Another view of the area residents identified as the reported site of the procedure. Photo: Hurumende News Hub

Resident Tawanda Musona said he heard about the incident at around 7pm on Thursday.

He said he was told that the person performing the procedure had left to buy medicine after the patient began bleeding and had not returned.

Musona did not witness that exchange.

Residents gather near the Unit D property in Chitungwiza as police investigate the death following a reported procedure at the home. Photo: Hurumende News Hub

Another resident, Amai Musindo, said she had previously seen people leave the property wearing plasters. She said she did not know why they had visited the home. Police have not confirmed whether any earlier medical procedures took place there.

Chitungwiza police officers confirmed the incident and said authorised officials would provide further details to the public and media. The investigation is continuing.

Abel Karowangoro
Abel Karowangoro

Abel Karowangoro Editor-in-Chief, is a dynamic Zimbabwean journalist and digital media strategist, leading Hurumende News Hub to amplify bold, fact-driven stories on politics, business, and social justice. He exposes digital pitfalls and champions transparency. China-trained media expert, Abel bridges African narratives with global ties, blending PR savvy with on-the-ground grit. "Journalism holds the spotlight on truth." Email: editor@hurumende.com.

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