Police in Dema have launched an investigation into a gruesome murder after the body of Taurwi Chizhanje (44) was discovered on October 26, 2024, in a rubbish pit along Chitsvatsva-Murisa Dust Road, near Murisa Business Centre.
According to authorities, the victim was found with multiple stab wounds to the face, chest, and private parts. In a disturbing act of violence, Chizhanje’s right eye had been gouged out, and an empty beer bottle was inserted into his private parts.
In a separate incident in Gweru, police are investigating the death of Bothwell Sibanda (28), who succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital after being found bleeding profusely from a stab wound to his right knee. Sibanda was discovered near a cocktail bar at Mkoba 16 Business Centre on the same day, October 26.
Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in both investigations. Those with relevant details are urged to report to the nearest police station.
