HARARE, Apr.24 (NewsDayLive) - Police have arrested four suspected robbers linked to a series of attacks that occurred in Mhangura, Shamva, and Murewa between March 31 and April 21 this year.
The suspects - identified as Charles Dhokotera (42), Mayor Sibanda (34), Bothwell Kamwendo (40), and Trivolta Donald Matunhu (20), were arrested following a high-speed chase involving police and members of the public.
In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the armed suspects who were wearing military and police attire attacked a general dealer and cocktail bar owner and patrons at Nyamuzara Business Centre in Murewa on April 21 and stole seven cellphones and cash valued at US$1,300.
However, the suspects' getaway car was blocked by the complainants and members of the public, leading to a high-speed chase.
The police were alerted, and a swift response led to Dhokotera's arrest after the car developed a tyre puncture.
"Members of the public played a crucial role in foiling the suspects' escape, and we commend their bravery," Nyathi said.
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"The police reacted swiftly, and our officers worked tirelessly to track down the suspects."
The suspects led the police to a bushy area near Shavanhowe River, where a cache of stolen property and firearms was recovered, including army uniforms, combat shoes, and live ammunition.
The suspects have been linked to a mine robbery in Mhangura on March 31, and at Tafuna in Shamva, on April 12, where 50 cellphones, 20 grams of gold, and US$4,400 cash were stolen.