Grade Seven Pupil Mauled to Death by Dogs in Norton Days Before Final Exam
A Grade Seven pupil in Norton was killed by dogs on Tuesday.
The young child was mauled by dogs just days before she was due to sit for her final primary school examinations.
The brutal attack has left her community in shock.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) National Spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the incident to ZBC, saying investigations were underway.
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Second Attack in Zvimba District
In a similar tragedy in July, a nine-year-old boy was mauled to death by dogs while playing with friends at Bonvalley Farm in Zvimba District, Mashonaland West Province.
According to ZRP Mashonaland West provincial spokesperson, Inspector Ian Kohwera,
“A nine-year-old boy was bitten to death by dogs at Bonvalley Farm, Darwendale, while he was playing with other children.”
Investigations into this fatal attack are also ongoing.
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Police Launch Crackdown on Irresponsible Dog Owners
Following a series of fatal dog attacks, the ZRP announced a major operation targeting owners who allow dogs to roam unsupervised. The operation is being conducted in collaboration with the SPCA and local authorities.
The police reminded the public of the Harare Dog Licensing and Control By-Law of 1993, which requires dogs to be leashed and controlled at all times. According to a ZRP statement released on 19 September 2025:
“The ZRP reminds dog owners to keep their dogs on leash and ensure that dogs do not roam on the streets unsupervised in accordance with the country’s laws, especially the Harare Dog Licensing and Control By Law of 1993… Dog owners should prioritize the safety of others. The ZRP is now engaging SPCA and local authorities for an operation targeting stray dogs and owners who allow their dogs to roam on the streets and in the process attack members of the public.”
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