In a bizarre turn of events, a Mutoko-based security guard found himself entangled in a series of
misfortunes after an unconventional encounter with a lady of the night led to the loss of his pistol and legal
repercussions.Evidence Mangonono, aged 27, faced the consequences of his actions when he failed to settle payment
after a brief encounter with a lady of the night known only as Choice.
The incident occurred in proximity to a bank where Mangonono was assigned to guard, adding a layer of
complexity to the unfolding events.
Subsequently, the matter was brought before the Mutoko Magistrates Court, where Magistrate Chiedza Gatsi
presided over the case. Gatsby handed down a one-year prison sentence to Mangonono with a conditional
suspension.
Under the terms of the suspension, Mangonono is mandated to complete 325 hours of community service at
Hurungwe Primary School in Murewa.
According to the prosecution led by Nathan Majuru, the incident transpired on January 7 when Mangonono,
in the company of his colleagues, consumed tlof tlof-enhancing herbs.
Following this, Mangonono engaged the services of Choice, with the encounter taking place discreetly at
the rear side of the bank he was responsible for guarding.
However, complications arose when Mangonono failed to fulfil the financial obligations associated with the
services provided by Choice. Seizing the opportunity, Choice took possession of Mangonono’s service
pistol as collateral for the unpaid transaction.
The gravity of the situation escalated when Mangonono’s employer discovered the absence of his service firearm and promptly reported the incident to the police.
Realizing the severity of the situation, Mangonono initiated a follow-up, eventually compensating Choice
to recover the misplaced firearm.
