Seven Armed Robbers Nabbed

Itai Mazire

Police has confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to a series of armed robberies in Nyabira, following a dramatic early morning incident that saw community members pursue and apprehend one of the alleged criminals.

National Police Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said confirmed the arrest of seven suspects, Malvin Mohammed Maisiri (32), Leonard Mahwindo (26), Tension Mahwindo (26), Heavens Chimupenga (17), Moffat Mango (50), Kudakwashe Munemo (29) and Goodwill Muchimba (39), in connection with a series of armed robbery cases which occurred in Nyabira.

The arrests stem from an armed robbery on 5 May 2026 at around 0300 hours at a house in Nyabira.

According to police, the suspects allegedly attacked the complainant while demanding cash and valuables before ransacking the house.

Commissioner Nyathi said the complainant alerted police who swiftly mobilised and proceeded to the scene where they found the suspect still inside the house.

Upon noticing approaching residents, the suspects attempted to flee.

However, members of the public pursued and apprehended one suspect, Mohammed Hamandishe. A Retay pistol, nine live rounds, four blank rounds and two pistol magazines were subsequently recovered from him.

The detained suspect implicated his accomplices, leading to their subsequent arrest in Nyabira and Chitungwiza.

Police recovered a Tokarev pistol, a magazine and one live round of ammunition, a bolt cutter and a bicycle, among other items.

The seven suspects are currently clearing three other armed robbery cases that occurred on 26 April 2026 in Nyabira, where cash and household goods were stolen.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police commends the Nyabira community for their swift and courageous response, which led to the arrest of one of the suspects,” said Commissioner Nyathi.

Police are continuing their investigation.

“The ZRP is appealing for information which may lead to the arrest of outstanding suspects only identified as ‘Good’ and ‘Nyasha’. Anyone with information is urged to contact their nearest police station.”