Chitungwiza Man On The Run After Killing 72-Year-Old Mother With a Hammer

A 44-year-old man wanted in connection with the alleged murder of his 72-year-old mother in Chitungwiza remains missing after reportedly fleeing their home following a domestic dispute.

Bob Nobert Luwaca is accused of striking his mother, Rosemary Luwaca, twice on the head with a six-pound hammer on November 5, 2026, before disappearing.

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Police Launch Manhunt For Suspect

In a statement, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) appealed to members of the public to provide information that could assist in locating Luwaca.

Police said the alleged attack occurred at the family’s home in Unit L, Chitungwiza, and confirmed that the suspected murder weapon had been recovered at the scene.

The police statement read:

“The ZRP is appealing for information which may assist in the arrest of Bob Nobert Luwaca (44), who is being sought in connection with the murder of his mother, Rosemary Luwaca (72), in Unit L, Chitungwiza, on 05/11/2026. The suspect allegedly struck his mother twice on the head with a six-pound hammer following a domestic dispute before fleeing. The weapon believed to have been used in the murder was recovered at the scene. Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.”

Suspect Reportedly Requests EcoCash Money

Meanwhile, a neighbour, Nomsa Gwengo, has revealed that Luwaca allegedly contacted a relative asking for money through EcoCash.

According to Gwengo, the suspect reportedly used his mother’s phone to make the request. However, the number has since become unreachable, leaving his current whereabouts unknown.

Police have urged anyone who might know where Luwaca is to report the information at their nearest police station.