Quick-Acting ZRP Nabs Armed Robbers Just Minutes After Pulling Off Heist At Mukuru Money Transfer Agents
Police moved with speed after an armed robbery at a Mukuru Money Transfer outlet in Mabelreign, Harare, arresting two suspects within minutes of the heist and recovering part of the stolen cash. The incident unfolded in broad daylight on Saturday, February 7, 2026, and involved a violent attack on an employee before the suspects fled with thousands of dollars and rands.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the arrests on February 8, 2026, saying officers intercepted the suspects at a roadblock in Avondale after a tip-off from members of the public.
Robbery At Mukuru In Broad Daylight
The robbery occurred at around 12:30PM on Saturday at a Mukuru outlet in Mabelreign. Police say three men were involved.
Two of them, Tanaka Java (42) and Ronald Rupare (28), were later arrested.
ZRP National Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the details.
“The ZRP confirms the arrest of Tanaka Java (42) and Ronald Rupare (28) in connection with an armed robbery case which occurred on February 7, 2026, at around 1230 hours at a Mukuru outlet in Mabelreign, Harare,” said Nyathi.
He said the suspects allegedly assaulted a staff member during the robbery.
“The suspects allegedly attacked an employee and stole US$5,631 (about R105,000) [I cannot verify this] and ZAR26,600,” Nyathi said.
Roadblock Arrest After Public Tip-Off
Police say the suspects did not get far.
Officers from ZRP Mabelreign responded quickly after receiving information from members of the public.
“ZRP Mabelreign swiftly attended the scene following a prompt report and tip-off from members of the public,” said Nyathi.
The suspects were intercepted at a police roadblock along Quinton Road in Avondale.
“The suspects were pursued and arrested at a roadblock along Quinton Road, Avondale. One suspect escaped and is still at large,” Nyathi added.
The police confirmed that some of the stolen money was recovered.
“The arrest led to the recovery of ZAR10,000,” Nyathi said.
One Suspect Still On The Run
Police say investigations are continuing as officers try to track down the third suspect and recover the remaining cash.
Nyathi praised members of the public for their role in the arrests.
“The ZRP commends the public for their cooperation in the pursuit of the suspects. More details to be released in due course,” he said.
The robbery targeted a Mukuru Money Transfer outlet, a popular remittance service widely used across Zimbabwe.
The suspects initially got away with US$5,631 (about R105,000) and ZAR26,600 before their escape was cut short.
Police say further updates will be issued as investigations progress.
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