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A 38-YEAR-OLD artisanal miner from Shurugwi, Midlands Province, was allegedly stabbed to death by a fellow miner after refusing to give him a cigarette.
The tragic incident occurred at Olymbia 53 Mine Bottle Store on September 30 at around 8pm.
Midlands provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, confirmed the incident and expressed concern over the rise in violent disputes in the community.
“We confirm a case of murder where a 38-year-old man was stabbed with a broken beer bottle. The incident occurred at Olymbia 53 Mine Bottle Store in Shurugwi,” said Inspector Mahoko.
The deceased, identified as Promise Chisoro of Hidden Treasure in Shurugwi, had reportedly been drinking at the bottle store in the company of the suspect, only known as Madhinda.
Insp Mahoko said Chisoro had bought a pack of cigarettes, and when the suspect asked for one, Chisoro refused.
“This refusal allegedly angered Madhinda, who took a beer bottle, broke it, and stabbed Chisoro on his upper left arm,” he said
Chisoro was immediately rushed to Shurugwi District Hospital, but he was pronounced dead upon arrival.
Insp Mahoko said they are appealing to the public for information that may lead to the suspect’s arrest.
“We kindly appeal for any information that may assist in the arrest of the suspect. Once again, we sincerely urge the public to avoid violence when resolving disputes,” said the police spokesperson.
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