Man Arrested For Beating His Niece To Death Over A $10 Bill

Authorities arrested a 40-year-old man named Tauya Mungate for allegedly beating his 13-year-old niece to death in Mungate Village, Chinhamora, Zimbabwe,. The shocking event reportedly stemmed from an accusation that the young girl had stolen a $10 bill.

Details of the Assault

According to official statements, Tauya Mungate allegedly subjected his niece to a brutal assault, using various objects as weapons. Among the items reportedly used were a switch, a wooden broom, and a fan belt, which inflicted severe injuries on the young girl.

The assault occurred on November 4, with local authorities in Zimbabwe announcing that Mungate had been taken into custody shortly afterwards. Police shared an update on the case via social media platform X, detailing the charges against him.

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Statement from Law Enforcement

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The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) released a statement, confirming that the suspect had been arrested in connection with the alleged murder. The statement read: “The suspect assaulted his niece (13) to death with a switch, wooden broom, and fan belt after accusing her of stealing US$10.”

Authorities are investigating the incident further to gather more details about the circumstances leading up to the assault. No further information has been released regarding the suspect’s defence or any potential witnesses.

Public Reaction and Ongoing Investigation

The incident has sparked public outrage and debate regarding child protection and family violence within the community. Many call for strict consequences to be imposed on the accused in light of the severity of the crime.

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With the investigation underway, law enforcement agencies are expected to present a formal case against the accused. Community leaders and child protection organizations have also emphasized the need for heightened awareness and resources to prevent similar incidents in the future.