By Ziyah News Network Reporter
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has warned members of the public against taking the law into their hands amidst an outcry over the brutal assault of a young woman identified as 18 year old Mavis Mada repeatedly in a case of aggravated indecent assault. In the video, the 5 teenagers named as Vimbai Mike (19), Rudo Manjere (17), Lilly Rose Munyoro (16), Lillian Chido Munyoro (17) and Sandra Vhumbunu (17) could be seen stripping the victim and pummelling her all over the body including her private parts.
In a media statement, Police Commissioner Chief Staff Officer Press and Public Relations, Paul Nyathi urged members of the public to desist from meting out instant justice in case of disagreements.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police implores the public to settle disputes amicably without resorting to violence. The law will take its course in this case without fear or favour.”
Police also dispelled social media rumours that the victim had died indicating she is receiving treatment in hospital while the perpetrators have since been apprehended.
“The complainant is alive and is currently receiving medical attention at Mount St Mary’s Hospital. The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Vimbai Mike (19), Rudo Manjere (17), Lilly Rose Munyoro (16), Lillian Chido Munyoro (17) and Sandra Vhumbunu (17) on 10th July 2024 in connection with the case of aggravated indecent assault which occurred at Mupfuuri Village, Wedza on 04th July 2024.”
According to the police memo, the five suspects lured the victim and took turns to assault her with switches and went on to insert three sticks into the victim’s private parts whilst recording a video. The victim fell unconscious and the suspects poured water on her before freeing her naked at 1500 hours.
Police also confirmed recovering a Vivo cell phone used to record the ordeal and that Vimbai Mike is detained in Police custody while the other four suspects, who are juveniles, have been released in custody of their parents and they will be taken to court for the due processes of the law to take its course.