Armed criminals recently targeted the Rusape farm of Patrick Chinamasa, a long-serving Cabinet minister known for his legal expertise within Zanu PF. Four individuals carried out this coordinated attack against the property, successfully restraining both the security personnel and farm supervisor present during the incident. The perpetrators conducted an extensive search throughout the residence, looking specifically for cash reserves they believed might be stored within.
Mrs. Chinamasa reported that the assailants restrained both employees with bindings and covered them using blankets found at the location. They proceeded to conduct a thorough examination of the premises, disrupting furniture, including beds and seating areas, during their search for money. Fortunately, according to Mrs. Chinamasa, no significant cash was present at the time of the break-in.
The thieves departed the scene driving a recently purchased blue Mazda BT-50 double cab vehicle belonging to the Chinamasa family. This automobile had accumulated approximately 12,000 kilometers of use since purchase. Additional items taken during the theft included a handgun removed from a secure storage cabinet, maintenance supplies for firearms, and several cooking implements from the kitchen.
Law enforcement officials suspect the criminals may have arrived using a white Toyota Wish vehicle before switching to the stolen truck. Police officers from the Headlands station responded promptly that evening following notification. The investigation has subsequently been transferred to specialized detective units within the Rusape Criminal Investigations Department. Authorities consider this incident a carefully orchestrated attempt to acquire valuables and financial assets from the residence.
Mrs. Chinamasa reported that the assailants restrained both employees with bindings and covered them using blankets found at the location. They proceeded to conduct a thorough examination of the premises, disrupting furniture, including beds and seating areas, during their search for money. Fortunately, according to Mrs. Chinamasa, no significant cash was present at the time of the break-in.
The thieves departed the scene driving a recently purchased blue Mazda BT-50 double cab vehicle belonging to the Chinamasa family. This automobile had accumulated approximately 12,000 kilometers of use since purchase. Additional items taken during the theft included a handgun removed from a secure storage cabinet, maintenance supplies for firearms, and several cooking implements from the kitchen.
Law enforcement officials suspect the criminals may have arrived using a white Toyota Wish vehicle before switching to the stolen truck. Police officers from the Headlands station responded promptly that evening following notification. The investigation has subsequently been transferred to specialized detective units within the Rusape Criminal Investigations Department. Authorities consider this incident a carefully orchestrated attempt to acquire valuables and financial assets from the residence.
