Crime and Courts
Harare Man Jailed for Battery Theft
A 37-year-old Harare man will spend the next eight months in prison after being convicted of theft at the Mbare Magistrates’ Court.
Howard Zvareva was sentenced to a total of 12 months in jail for stealing a car battery valued at USD 400. Four months of the sentence were suspended for five years on the condition that he maintains good behavior.
The crime occurred on January 23, 2026, at the Lochinvar Truck Stop. The victim had parked his truck at the site around 11:00 a.m., only to be informed later that day that his batteries were missing.
Following the report, the truck stop owner reviewed CCTV footage, which clearly showed Zvareva stealing the property from the vehicle
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Police investigations quickly led to the arrest of the offender and the successful recovery of the stolen items.
The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) confirmed the conviction this week, using the case to remind the public to seek legal means of earning a living rather than resorting to crime.