Police arrested a Harare man after he lied to his ex-girlfriend about selling her land for $28,000. Thomas Jemuse went before Harare court facing serious fraud charges, with magistrate Sheunesu Matova handling the case. The judge decided Jemuse should stay behind bars until today when he'll announce if bail remains possible.
The crime dates back to September 2022, when Jemuse dated the woman he later tricked. He falsely claimed he would sell her his 500-square-meter housing spot at Horgerty Hill. She believed him completely and handed over $28,000 without checking any property records. Jemuse promised she would receive official sale documents shortly after paying.
Instead of providing paperwork, he vanished after collecting her money. The woman eventually contacted law enforcement when he stopped answering calls or messages. His deception caused her to lose the entire $28,000 payment she made for the nonexistent deal. Police haven't managed to recover any portion of her missing funds yet.
Investigators discovered Jemuse planned the scheme knowing exactly what he intended. His relationship gave him special trust that he exploited through lies about the property. The case highlights how personal connections create opportunities for financial crimes that hurt victims deeply. Court officials expect additional evidence will emerge during upcoming hearings about his fraudulent activities.
The crime dates back to September 2022, when Jemuse dated the woman he later tricked. He falsely claimed he would sell her his 500-square-meter housing spot at Horgerty Hill. She believed him completely and handed over $28,000 without checking any property records. Jemuse promised she would receive official sale documents shortly after paying.
Instead of providing paperwork, he vanished after collecting her money. The woman eventually contacted law enforcement when he stopped answering calls or messages. His deception caused her to lose the entire $28,000 payment she made for the nonexistent deal. Police haven't managed to recover any portion of her missing funds yet.
Investigators discovered Jemuse planned the scheme knowing exactly what he intended. His relationship gave him special trust that he exploited through lies about the property. The case highlights how personal connections create opportunities for financial crimes that hurt victims deeply. Court officials expect additional evidence will emerge during upcoming hearings about his fraudulent activities.
