The Zimbabwe Republic Police dismissed claims that three Kuwadzana children found dead in a car boot had missing body parts. Commissioner Paul Nyathi stated on Sunday that authorities have no evidence of mutilation, and a post-mortem examination scheduled for Monday in Harare will determine the cause of death. The clarification followed viral audio messages claiming the victims' eyes had been removed for ritual purposes.
Police warned against individuals exploiting the tragedy to collect money through mobile payment platforms under false pretenses. The families disowned Josphine Mutongi, who allegedly spread misinformation on social media. The three children, aged between one and three years, disappeared on Oct. 1, and their bodies were discovered on Oct. 3 inside a parked Mercedes-Benz.
Authorities urged the public to respect the grieving families' privacy and allow investigators to complete their work. Officials cautioned against spreading unverified information before post-mortem results become available. Police emphasized that official findings will be released after consultation with the affected families.
Police warned against individuals exploiting the tragedy to collect money through mobile payment platforms under false pretenses. The families disowned Josphine Mutongi, who allegedly spread misinformation on social media. The three children, aged between one and three years, disappeared on Oct. 1, and their bodies were discovered on Oct. 3 inside a parked Mercedes-Benz.
Authorities urged the public to respect the grieving families' privacy and allow investigators to complete their work. Officials cautioned against spreading unverified information before post-mortem results become available. Police emphasized that official findings will be released after consultation with the affected families.
