Five suspected robbers believed to have been targeting families and businesses in and around Bulawayo have been apprehended following a shootout with the police.
The arrested suspects are Nkosiyazi Nyathi (20), Vusumuzi Ncube (22), Mgcini Sibanda (24), Mlungisi Ndlovu (41), and Nkosiyazi Moyo (27). Police are still searching for a sixth suspect, Alex Nyathi, also known as Samduduzi, who remains at large.
Authorities recovered a Norinco pistol from the suspects, who were reportedly using two firearms to commit armed robberies, particularly in the Cowdray Park area.
The arrests began on December 12, when police received a tip-off about individuals in possession of a firearm. This led to the capture of Nkosiyazi Nyathi and Vusumuzi Ncube in Cowdray Park.
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Upon interrogation, the duo admitted to stealing a Star pistol loaded with 10 rounds of ammunition on November 10, 2023, during a robbery at Nokel Security Company in Bulawayo.
Investigations are ongoing as the police work to locate the remaining suspect and further unravel the group’s criminal activities.
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