A Bulawayo cop let robbery suspects walk free after taking cash, court officials said Tuesday. Shepherd Vutete, 49, faces charges for misusing his position at ZRP Nkulumane station. The officer released John Dube and someone known only as Eugene on April 27 despite their arrest for robbery. He also returned their car, held as evidence, after accepting $30 from them.
Lawyer Takunda Chapisa told the court they plan to ask for bail at the next hearing. Prosecutor Tafara Dzimbanete represented the state during the court appearance. Magistrate Archie Wochiunga presided over the case in which Vutete was accused of criminal abuse as a public officer. The case highlights concerns about police corruption at local stations.
Lawyer Takunda Chapisa told the court they plan to ask for bail at the next hearing. Prosecutor Tafara Dzimbanete represented the state during the court appearance. Magistrate Archie Wochiunga presided over the case in which Vutete was accused of criminal abuse as a public officer. The case highlights concerns about police corruption at local stations.
