More Arrests In Zimbabwe Cop “Sibling” Coup Announcement

📅 Published: August 18, 2025

Curated by AllZimNews.com

During this operation, two bogus police officers preying on a truck driver were apprehended.

The situation has raised serious concerns about collusion and corruption within the police force.

The bogus police officers were found along Bulawayo Road after Superintendent Mutsvangwa, based at Police General Headquarters (PGHQ), rescued truck driver Bernard Zinyakatira, who had fallen victim to their scam.

Although one suspect fled, Albert Moyo, 30, was arrested for car theft.

The exact reasons why these individuals are classified as bogus police officers were not clarified in the report.

Timeline of Key Events:Wednesday 13 AUG: Mandizvidza unlawfully took the Ford Ranger police vehicle after requesting the keys under pretenses of an unspecified task.

Wednesday afternoon (around 1 pm): Mandizvidza did not respond to calls seeking his location or task details.

Wednesday evening (around 6 pm): Authorities tried calling Mandizvidza’s cellphone, which was unreachable.

Police conducted searches for Mandizvidza at Chikurubi Support Unit Camp and Hatfield Police Camp, which were unsuccessful.

Wednesday night: Superintendent Mutsvangwa intervened to rescue Bernard Zinyakatira from two bogus police officers along Bulawayo Road.

Following the rescue, Superintendent Mutsvangwa arrested Albert Moyo for car theft; the other suspect escaped.

Case Numbers:The case involving Mandizvidza’s disappearance and theft of the police vehicle is recorded under RRB 6464268 at the Fife Avenue base.

The case regarding the bogus police officers and related truck theft is reported at ZRP Marimba under RRB 6542717.

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