A Bulawayo resident paid a $120 penalty after his unrestrained dog attacked a 61-year-old woman walking past his property. Victor Zihu pleaded guilty at Western Commonage Magistrate's Court and faces two months' imprisonment if he misses the November 24 payment deadline.
Sithabile Nyoni walked by Zihu's gate at 9 a.m. on Friday, October 3, when one of three dogs outside the residence bit her right leg. Medical staff treated Nyoni at a hospital after the unprovoked assault. Police arrested the 33-year-old man following their investigation.
Magistrate Jeconia Prince Ncube issued the sentence after prosecutor Cathrine Kuzu presented evidence. The ruling emphasizes owner accountability when animals threaten public welfare in residential areas.
Sithabile Nyoni walked by Zihu's gate at 9 a.m. on Friday, October 3, when one of three dogs outside the residence bit her right leg. Medical staff treated Nyoni at a hospital after the unprovoked assault. Police arrested the 33-year-old man following their investigation.
Magistrate Jeconia Prince Ncube issued the sentence after prosecutor Cathrine Kuzu presented evidence. The ruling emphasizes owner accountability when animals threaten public welfare in residential areas.
