‘Prophet’ arraigned for swindling businessman

Chakurira alleges that Chiredzero called the complainant, who was not mentioned in the court papers, and they agreed to meet at a car sales yard in Eastlea. Chiredzero then informed the com­plainant that a certain embassy was selling cars and he could facilitate a sale, it is alleged.
It is further alleged that Chiredzero showed him a Mercedes Benz ML which he claimed he bought from the Embassy.
It is the State’s case that he further advised the complainant that various makes were available for sale at the embassy.
The complainant expressed interest in buy­ing two Toyota Prados, the court heard.
Chiredzero reportedly indicated that such cars were sold for US$9 000 each.
It is alleged that he said the vehicles would be delivered in a month’s time if he was paid cash.
After a few days, the court heard, Chiredzero sent his cousin Blessing Machuma to collect US$18 000 for the vehicles.
Chiredzero allegedly became evasive after receiving the money.
The complainant allegedly threatened to report Chiredzero to the police after a year.
In an attempt to cover up for the offence, Chiredzero allegedly went to the complainant’s business offices where he surrendered a Mit­subishi Pajero valued at US$9 000.
The complainant allegedly accepted the vehicle before Chiredzero was arrested.