Online Reporter
Freedom Mupanedemo
Midlands Bureau
A 24-YEAR-OLD man was fatally stabbed by his landlord in Mvuma after an altercation.
Tanaka Musiiwa died on arrival at Mvuma District Hospital on January 31 after being stabbed once by Aleck Chaminuka ( 25), who accused him of having an affair with his wife, Caroline Hofisi (23).
Midlands Provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko confirmed the matter.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms a case of murder where a 24-year-old man was stabbed and pronounced dead upon arrival at Mvuma Hospital,” he said.
“The incident occurred in Mushayabvudzi residential suburb, Mvuma, on January 31 at about 8 pm.”
Insp Mahoko said the suspect, Chaminuka, was a landlord to the deceased Musiiwa.
“Circumstances are that, on January 31 at around 8 pm, Chaminuka arrived home from Chivhu, where he works, and discovered that his wife, Caroline Hofisi, had not prepared food for him,” he said.
Insp Mahoko said Hofisi indicated that she had not yet prepared food since she had just arrived from her church.
He said an argument arose and Hofisi sought refuge in Musiiwa’s room, where she was welcomed by his wife, Portia Dzigahwi (19).
Insp Mahoko said Dzigahwi then informed her husband about the dispute between Chaminuka and Caroline.
“Later, Musiiwa arrived home and Chaminuka accused him of being in love with his wife. An altercation ensued between the two and it degenerated while their wives were inside Musiiwa’s bedroom,” he said.
Insp Mahoko said Chaminuka then allegedly took a knife and stabbed Musiiwa once.
“Neighbours took Musiiwa to Mvuma District Hospital, where, unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival,” he said.
Insp Mahoko said Chaminuka has since been arrested and is in police custody as investigations continue.
“Once again, we call upon members of the public to resolve disputes peacefully,” he said.
