A man from Chiredzi has been sentenced to an effective nine years in pr!son for stealing a cow belonging to a neighbor.
Misheck Bereredzani faced serious charges after being found guilty in the Chiredzi Magistrates Court of committing the cr!me, which has sent a strong message about the legal consequences of stock theft in the region.
The case began on July 4 2024, when the complainant noticed that one of his cows was missing.
After leading his herd back from grazing, he conducted a thorough search but failed to locate the missing animal.
The situation escalated when, on July 18, a fellow villager informed him that Bereredzani had been seen with the stolen cow.
Taking immediate action, the complainant filed a report with the local police, who initiated an investigation into the theft.
As a result of their inquiries, authorities were able to gather sufficient evidence linking Bereredzani to the crime, leading to his arrest.
However, despite the successful apprehension of the suspect, the cow, valued at US$600, was not recovered, raising concerns over the impact of livestock theft on local farmers.
With support from law enforcement and the community, authorities hope to address this issue and restore security and trust among residents in Chiredzi and beyond.
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