Harare Top CID Boss Robbed Of Service Pistol And Assaulted By Gang Of Robbers

The head of Harare’s Criminal Investigations Department homicide unit was violently assaulted and robbed of his service weapon and cash. The incident came to light during court proceedings at Harare Magistrates Court this week.

Four Suspects Face Justice

Regional magistrate Clever Tsikwa presided over the case where four individuals stood accused of assault and robbery. After reviewing the evidence, the court acquitted three defendants – Munyaradzi Chatonzwa, Mark Tatenda Chingombe, and Simbarashe Steven Ota – while finding Sydney Rande guilty of assault charges.

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Rande received a 12-month prison sentence, which was conditionally suspended upon payment of a $300 fine. The court heard disturbing details of the September 30 attack that left the senior CID officer injured and unconscious.

CID Boss Robbed Of Service Pistol And Assaulted

According to prosecution testimony, the victim, Alexandra Jachi, was returning home to Chitungwiza from Highfield when he noticed suspicious vehicles following his Toyota Fortuner. Seeking safety, Jachi drove to Jongwe Corner where the confrontation turned physical.

The senior detective attempted to ward off his attackers by firing a warning shot from his 9mm Taurus service pistol. When this failed to deter them, he shot one assailant in the leg. Undeterred, the attackers overwhelmed Jachi, striking him with an object that rendered him unconscious.

While Jachi lay unconscious, the assailants allegedly stole $140 in cash, his service pistol, and identification documents from his wallet. Bystanders who attempted to intervene were also reportedly assaulted during the incident.

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Authorities confirm the stolen firearm remains missing as investigations continue. This high-profile attack on a senior law enforcement official has raised concerns about public safety in Zimbabwe’s capital city.

The case highlights growing tensions between law enforcement and criminal elements in urban areas, with this incident marking one of the most audacious attacks on police leadership in recent memory.