A 34-year-old man from Beitbridge is under scrutiny for claiming to have lost his employer’s US$71,000, meant for delivery to an agent in Harare. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) reported that the incident occurred on April 6 in Dulibadzimu, Beitbridge.
According to Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the man was allegedly attacked by an armed suspect who fired a shot, demanding cash. The victim handed over a bag containing the money. The ZRP is investigating the matter, with Commissioner Nyathi stating:
“The ZRP is investigating a case of robbery which occurred in Dulibadzimu, Beitbridge, on April 6. A 34-year-old man was robbed of US$ 71,120 company money, which was meant to be delivered to the company’s agent in Harare. The complainant was attacked by an unidentified suspect who was armed with a pistol. The suspect fired one shot while demanding cash and was handed over a bag containing the money.”
Public Skepticism
However, Zimbabweans online are questioning the authenticity of the incident, suggesting it might be staged. Some reactions include:
– “@ur7chr: From understanding the circumstances that took place, I think it might be an inside job, the guy who had the money knows very well who took the money. They might have already shared it. Just my point of view.”
– “@AMuchapera: How did the suspect know that there was money in the car vanhu ngavarege kutamba nesu ava”
– “@siazyaba: How did the suspect know the 34-year-old man was carrying cash? This is an inside job.”
– “@zimrobbie: Idzi ndo nhema idzi….”
– “@Zimboflame: But is this how cash is transported, with no security?”
The story has sparked intense debate, with many doubting the man’s account of events. The investigation is ongoing.
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