Online Reporter
Freeman Razemba
Senior Reporter
POLICE have launched a nationwide crackdown against crimes of concern, which has resulted in the arrests of more than 2 000 suspects.
The total number of arrests made since the commencement of the operation now stands at 2 069.
National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrests in a statement.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police has launched a nationwide operation targeting crimes of concern and traffic offences as part of its ongoing commitment to maintain law and order, protect lives and property, and enhance road safety across the country,” he said.
“The operation, which commenced on July 13, 2026, seeks to curb offences such as murder, drug and substance abuse, attempted murder, robbery, unlawful entry into premises, theft, stock theft, rape, kidnapping, smuggling and assault.
“The operation is also targeting traffic violations including the use of pirate taxis or mushikashika vehicles, the use of unregistered or plateless vehicles, drunk driving, unlicensed driving, dangerous overtaking, failure to obey traffic lights and other reckless driving practices.”
Comm Nyathi said to complement the operation, the Zimbabwe Republic Police has intensified patrols, roadblocks, stop and search blitz, compliance inspections and public awareness campaigns across the country.
“The public is therefore encouraged to observe the law, be responsible citizens and support police efforts in the fight against crime,” he said.
He said on July 14, 2026, a total of 1 809 arrests were made under the operation throughout the country.
These include 26 arrests for theft, 63 for unlawful possession of dangerous drugs, three for robbery, one for murder, seven for unlawful entry and theft, and one for stock theft, among other offences.
“The cumulative number of arrests since the commencement of the operation now stands at 2 069,” he said.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police urges the public to continue cooperating with the police by reporting criminal activities and traffic violations at their nearest police station or through the National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631, WhatsApp 0712 800 197.”
