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Crime Reporter
A Harare motorist lost US$18 400 to two robbers he had offered transport to the CBD.
The incident occurred in Warren Park area and no arrests have been made.
Investigations revealed that the victim had offered a lift to the two robbers who later attacked him and stole the cash.
In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident.
“Police in Warren Park are investigating a case of robbery that occurred on September 20, 2024, at around 4.35 pm,” he said.
“Two unidentified male suspects, who were armed with a pistol and a knife, attacked the victim who was driving a green Toyota Corolla along Lytton Road, towards Harare CBD, before stealing US$18 400.
“The victim was coming from a company’s branch where he had gone to collect the cash on behalf of the company when he offered transport to the two suspects.
“The suspects fled from the scene using an unregistered blue Honda Fit. Anyone with information can report at the nearest police station.”
Bongani Ndlovu
Online Reporter