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Sunday Mail Reporter
The Prosecutor-General said the sentences imposed by the court, ranging from 20 to 30 years, serve as deterrence.
“These severe sentences serve as a strong deterrence to potential offenders and demonstrate the court’s unwavering commitment to justice … The progress achieved so far is attributed to collaborative efforts of the Chief Justice, the Judiciary, the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service, the Zimbabwe Republic Police, the Law Society of Zimbabwe, witnesses, relatives and the community at large,” she said.
The establishment of the special circuit courts, she added, has been instrumental in reducing the backlog of murder cases in the Midlands province.
“When the court deals only with such cases, it means justice will be delivered much faster …”
Murder-accused Peter Dube, who was brought to justice after years on the run, was deemed fit to stand trial after undergoing mental examinations.
During his initial court appearance, he had seemed to have mental health challenges.
He is expected back in court on September 18 for trial.
Chinese national Cai Yulong, who allegedly shot a local in a mining dispute, will also be back in court on September 18 for judgement.
Online Reporter