Guzzlers Lounge Allegations Spark Safety Debate After Robbery Claim Goes Viral
Guzzlers Lounge has become the centre of a growing safety debate after a viral social media post detailed an alleged violent robbery that reportedly occurred after a patron left the popular Kuwadzana nightspot.
The claims, shared by Crime Watch ZW on 29 June 2026, quickly gained traction online, with some social media users recounting similar experiences while others urged authorities and the business to improve security.
Patron Alleges Fake Police Officers Robbed Him After Leaving Guzzlers Lounge
According to Crime Watch ZW, the complainant said the incident occurred on Saturday after he left Guzzlers Lounge and walked to his vehicle.
The man alleged that while placing empty bottles in the boot of his car, two men approached him and claimed he was under arrest for drinking in public.
According to the complainant, he asked the pair to identify themselves and state which police station they were attached to before complying.
“I asked them to identify themselves and tell me which police station they were from. One of them then instructed the other to handcuff me. I refused and told them that they could not handcuff me before identifying themselves.”
The complainant further alleged that one of the men struck him on the head with a metal object before forcing him into his own vehicle.
He claimed the suspects drove him to a bushy area behind the shops where they searched him and allegedly stole US$430 (approximately R7,700) in cash, R2,000 (approximately US$112), an iPhone 16 Pro Max, two Samsung mobile phones, clothing and other personal belongings before fleeing.
The complainant said one of the suspects identified himself only as “Jamal”.
He added that he later drove to Kuwadzana Police Station, where he reported the alleged robbery.
Victim Calls For Better Security As Post Sparks Debate
In the statement shared by Crime Watch ZW, the complainant appealed for improved security around the entertainment venue.
“My advice to everyone is to avoid Guzzlers if possible. The area has become notorious for robberies.”
He also appealed directly to the business.
“If the owner of Guzzlers sees this post, please consider investing in better security or introducing patrol teams around the area where people are being targeted.”
The complainant said he remained injured following the alleged assault and appealed for assistance in recovering his stolen iPhone, offering a reward for information leading to its recovery.
Social Media Users Share Similar Experiences And Safety Concerns
The post sparked widespread discussion, garnering more than 100,000 views on X. Some users reported similar incidents near the venue, while others said they had stopped visiting due to safety concerns. These comments have not been independently verified.
@rasta_vemaGPS claimed he had a similar experience.
“A year ago 2 guys followed me kumota (to my car) & as I opened mota (my car) the drunk me was shoved to the ground… I haven’t stepped foot there since!!”
@only_felix86 wrote:
“Guzzlers is a crime scene.”
@SellasieChiviz1 added:
“Guzzlers it’s a no go area.”
Other users suggested the complainant may have been targeted after allegedly being seen carrying valuables.
@zimbo_mugiwara commented:
“You would have already been cased and targeted.”
Meanwhile, @Dadidirayi wrote:
“Munhu anoenda kunonwa hwahwa ane US$430, R2,000 ne three mobile phones. Sorry henyu.” (Someone goes out drinking carrying US$430, R2,000 and three mobile phones. Sorry about that.)
Some users called on authorities to intervene.
@altaegonegro posted:
“@PoliceZimbabwe tibatsireiwo paGuzzlers ZVANYANYA!!!” (Police Zimbabwe, please help us at Guzzlers. It has become too much!)
The social media reactions reflect the views of individual users and do not independently confirm the allegations made in the original post.
The viral allegations have placed Guzzlers Lounge at the centre of an online discussion about public safety around nightlife venues in Harare. As of 30 June 2026, neither the Zimbabwe Republic Police nor Guzzlers Lounge had publicly commented on the allegations, and the outcome of any police investigation was not publicly known.
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