Online Reporter
Victor Maphosa
Mashonaland East Bureau
POLICE in Mashonaland East have arrested Filton Kachavi after he was found with 400 kg of beef stashed in his Toyota Probox vehicle.
Kachavi failed to stop at a roadblock in Featherstone, prompting the law enforcement agents to give chase.
In the process, Kachavi hit a calf and was forced to stop.
Police arrived and when they searched his car, they found 8×50 kg bags stashed with meat.
National police spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the incident.
“On September 13, 2026, Police in Featherstone arrested Filton Kachavi (34) for stock theft following a speed chase,” he said.
“The suspect was driving a Toyota Probox which failed to stop after being signalled by the police near Wadyiwa Wamira Shops, Feartherstone, along Harare-Masvingo Road. “During the ensuing speed chase, the vehicle turned onto Charter Road before striking a calf, which died on the spot.
“The collision brought the vehicle to an abrupt halt, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
“Subsequently, eight 50kg bags containing deboned beef were recovered. Investigations by the police established that the meat had been stolen from two complainants in Mvuma.”
The police, working with the community, have vowed to leave no stone unturned in the fight to end stock theft across Zimbabwe.
