…as businessman loses over US$13k to looters
Police have dismissed claims that an alleged discovery of part of the US$4 million Bulawayo bank robbery heist at a house in Chitungwiza.
Despite police dismissing the claims, some residents said the money is juju related as many people would loot.
Claims are also that, some authorities including cops and security guards looted.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police dismisses viral social media posts on alleged discovery of part of USD 4 million Bulawayo bank robbery heist at a certain house in Unit F, Seke, Chitungwiza.
“The allegations are false and should be dismissed with the contempt they deserve,” said a statement.
Police also warned the public, especially criminal elements against abuse of social media platforms to engage in criminal activities as revealed by this incident.
“The Police has established that after the viral social media post, the public forced entry into the local businessman’s house, damaged property and some took away US$13 500.
“The businessman runs a hardware in Harare Central Business District and was away at the time of the incident.
“The public did not find part of the US$4 million heist as alleged on the social media platforms.
“The public is urged to be cautious and avoid being reactionary to false social media messages.”
Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police is conducting investigations into the unlawful entry and theft of US$13 500.
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