A man who was found wearing stolen clothes has been sentenced to perform 560 hours of community service.
Marlvin Chakanyuka, a 28-year-old from Highwood Phase 2 in Concession, was convicted of unlawful entry by the Concession Magistrates’ Court after being found in possession of stolen property.
The offender was initially sentenced to 24 months imprisonment, of which 7 months were suspended for 5 years on condition of good behaviour, 1 month was suspended on condition that he restitutes US$85 to the complainant.
The remaining 16 months were suspended on condition that the offender completes 560 hours of community service.
In August 2025, the offender took advantage of the 46-year-old victim’s absence, entered his room and stole a stonewash jean jacket, jean trousers, a pair of sneakers, a red and black Bluetooth speaker and a blue and white blanket valued at USD85.
On August,25 at around 1pm, the victim spotted the offender wearing the stolen jacket.
When confronted, the offender fled the scene.
