Some guy got pinched for pretending to be a city cop and shaking down shops. Authorities in Harare nabbed a 34-year-old man, Romeo Madododo, for fraud and impersonation after he allegedly demanded bribes from local businesses. Real municipal officers caught him in the act outside Town House during an illegal transaction. He is held at Harare Central Police Station awaiting trial, and police encourage other potential victims to come forward.
This fake cop issue is apparently part of a bigger problem. Gangs are also posing as municipal police to rob people. Their method involves accusing drivers of parking violations, forcing them into vehicles, and stealing cash and valuables. The city says it has identified suspects operating near Rufaro Stadium in Mbare, where a motorist heading to Beitbridge was targeted. Footage of two suspects circulated publicly, leading to their identification. The city urges that specific victim to contact Chief Superintendent Chendambuya of the municipal police.
This fake cop issue is apparently part of a bigger problem. Gangs are also posing as municipal police to rob people. Their method involves accusing drivers of parking violations, forcing them into vehicles, and stealing cash and valuables. The city says it has identified suspects operating near Rufaro Stadium in Mbare, where a motorist heading to Beitbridge was targeted. Footage of two suspects circulated publicly, leading to their identification. The city urges that specific victim to contact Chief Superintendent Chendambuya of the municipal police.
