A robbery suspect in the Quest Financial Services was shot dead during a shootout with police detectives along Manyame River.
The robbery occurred on February 25, at Quest Financial Services in Belgravia where US$720 676, ZAR 10 500, and Euro 120 cash as well as a 7.65 mm CZ Vzor pistol and three laptops were stolen.
In a statement police national spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the death of one of the outstanding suspects in the robbery case, Blessing Sumbani Sithole (49).
“Blessing was shot during a shooting incident which occurred on April 4, along Manyame River, Southlea Park, Harare.
“On April 4, detectives from CID, Harare received information that Blessing was hiding at a house in Makondo Extension, Chiredzi.
“The detectives tracked the suspect to Chiredzi where he was subsequently arrested.
“The arrest led to the recovery of a 0.38 Special Revolver with seven rounds and a Toyota Probox vehicle, registration number AGF 1832.
“The suspect claimed to have bought for US$ 6 300 using his share from the loot.”
“The suspect led detectives to Manyame River in Southlea Park, Harare where he claimed to have hidden a 7.65mm CZ Vzor pistol which was stolen during the heist.
“Upon arrival at the scene, the suspect picked the pistol from a shrub and cocked it before aiming at detectives who were escorting him.
“Subsequently, the suspect was shot in the back and was rushed to Sally Mugabe Hospital where he died upon admission.
“The detectives recovered the pistol which was loaded with four live rounds.”
Nyathi said the police reiterated that it fully subscribes to human rights tenets and will respond appropriately to robbery scenes as determined by the prevailing situation on the ground.
“Suspects involved in criminal acts are accordingly implored to duly comply with police orders and avoid clashes or confrontation with arresting details.
“The Police applaud the public for supplying positive information which has assisted the police to account for armed robbery suspects throughout the country.
“The public is urged to continue forwarding information regarding criminal activities to the National Complaints Desk number (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest Police Station.”
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