Seven robbery suspects have been arrested in connection with over 17 cases in which they have been posing as genuine motorists.
In a statement, National Police Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrest of Tawanda Macheka (30), Dennis Manyonga (34), Kudzanai Tirivani (31), Leslie Mudenda (31), Loreen Mundetani (27), Kenneth Pick (39), and Nyasha Gweshe (33), in connection with a series of robbery cases.
The cases occurred in Harare and surrounding areas between July 2025 and November 2025.
On November 20, detectives from CID Vehicle Theft Squad, acting on received information, tracked and arrested the suspects at their residences.
Investigations reveal that the suspects used different vehicles to target unsuspecting commuters, posing as genuine motorists travelling to the victims’ intended destinations.
They would offer lifts to the victims and during the journey, rob them of cash, cellphones and other valuables before dumping them and fleeing the scene.
The suspects are currently linked to 17 robbery cases, all involving a similar modus operandi where they would ask victims to close car doors with both hands, providing an opportunity to search for and steal valuables.
Following the arrests, the police have recovered several smartphones, clothing items and handbags which were allegedly stolen during the robberies.
Commissioner Nyathi said the police applaud members of the public for providing credible information that led to the arrest of the suspects.
