A 20-year-old man from Makasani village in Nkayi, Richard Moyo, has been identified as a suspect in the murd3r of his colleague at Oak 3 Mine in Shangani, Fort Rixon. The incident occurred on December 5 at the mine, which is located at plot number 34, Truvelo.
According to the police, the dispute that led to the altercation between Moyo and Ishmael Ngozo, a 23-year-old from Bona village 1, Inyathi, started over concerns raised by Ngozo about unsafe mining practices at the mine. The two men were sitting by a fire when the argument broke out.
The disagreement escalated into a physical fight, which was eventually broken up by one of their colleagues. However, Moyo seemed to still be enraged and returned to the scene, picking up a metal bar and striking Ngozo on the left side of his head. Ngozo collapsed to the ground after the blow.
Moyo fled the scene immediately, leaving his colleague inj_red. The mine’s owner was alerted, and Ngozo was rushed to Gweru General Hospital for medical treatment. Unfortunately, Ngozo succumbed to his inj_ries on December 9, four days after the att_ck.
The police have since launched a manhunt for Moyo, who remains at large. Inspector Loveness Mangena, the Matabeleland South provincial police spokesperson, has urged the public to come forward with any information that may lead to Moyo’s arrest.
Inspector Mangena has called on anyone with details about Moyo’s whereabouts to assist with the investigation. She emphasized that authorities are working diligently to bring the responsible party to justice and ensure that justice is served for Ngozo’s family.
The community has been shocked by Ngozo’s tragic death, and authorities are working to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. The incident is being treated as a m_rder case, and police are appealing for any information that may lead to Moyo’s capture.
Moyo is described as a 20-year-old man from Makasani village in Nkayi. He was last seen fleeing the scene of the crime on foot. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact the police immediately.
The police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the altercation or has any information about Moyo’s movements after the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. Inspector Mangena has assured that all information received will be treated confidentially and will be used to help bring Moyo to justice.
As the search for Moyo continues, authorities are working to ensure that justice is served for Ngozo’s family and friends. The tragic death of Ishmael Ngozo is a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and well-being in all aspects of life, including work environments like Oak 3 Mine.
