In a tragic incident in Mungate Village, Chinhamora, Zimbabwe, 40-year-old Tauya Mungate was arrested for allegedly beating his 13-year-old niece to death over accusations of stealing a $10 bill.
The assault reportedly took place on November 4, during which Mungate used a switch, a wooden broom, and a fan belt to inflict severe injuries on the young girl. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the arrest on social media platform X, sharing, “The suspect assaulted his niece (13) to death with a switch, wooden broom, and fan belt after accusing her of stealing US$10.”
The case has sparked public outrage, with community members calling for justice and stricter child protection measures. Advocacy groups have also voiced concerns, urging authorities to raise awareness on domestic violence and enhance resources to protect vulnerable children.
Law enforcement is actively investigating the incident, and community leaders are pushing for stronger support systems to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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