Gweru regional magistrate Christopher Maturure on Wednesday found Chinese national Liu Haifeng (52) not guilty of attempted murder.
The charges against Liu stemmed from a labour dispute at Ming Chang Sino Africa Bijou Farm on the outskirts of Gweru in January 2025. 
The State alleged that Liu fired gunshots at Kholwani Dube, a farm employee, following a disagreement.
However, in his ruling, Maturure found that Dube was the aggressor in the incident. The magistrate also noted that the second State witness failed to corroborate the evidence submitted by the complainant.
Liu was represented by lawyers from Gundu, Dube and Pamacheche Legal Practitioners.
Prosecuting, Monica Mungwena told the court that on January 21, 2025, at around 4 PM, Liu, the farm manager, fired three shots towards Dube after a misunderstanding over a task assignment. Dube had refused to execute the task and was subsequently served with a suspension letter.
The court heard that Dube demanded his salary before leaving the workplace, leading to an altercation.
Another Chinese national, Wang Jun, a stores man, arrived at the scene and allegedly joined in the fight. 
Liu dropped his pistol, which Wang picked up and pointed at Dube’s head, pressing him to the ground and tying him with a wire.
In his defence, Liu claimed that he only fired two warning shots in the air after Dube turned violent, threatening to run over his Chinese bosses with a grader.
More: <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200039468/chinese-national-acquitted-for-attempted-murder">NewsDay</a>

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A Chinese man named Liu Haifeng was accused of shooting at a farm worker in Zimbabwe during a dispute, but the judge said he did not do it on purpose. The judge said the farm worker was actually the one who started the fight. Another worker also got involved. Liu said he only shot in the air to scare the farm worker after he threatened to hurt Liu's bosses. In the end, Liu was found not guilty of attempted murder.

Chinese National Acquitted Of Attempted Murder Charge

A 36-year-old Chinese national, Yang Zhian, a mining supervisor at Long Fortune Mine in Collen Bawn, has been remanded in custody for the murder of 31-year-old Pardon Gumbo, an artisanal miner.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), on March 5, 2025, Gumbo and a group of artisanal miners entered the Long Fortune Mine to prospect for gold using metal detectors and a mattock.
They were confronted by a 22-year-old security guard, Gift Tashinga Mandeya, who denied them access, but the miners continued prospecting near the slime dam.
Mandeya then alerted Yang Zhian via radio. Zhian allegedly armed himself with a firearm and proceeded to the scene, where he opened fire on the group of artisanal miners.
Gumbo was later found lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the forehead. His colleagues called the police, who rushed him to Gwanda Provincial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Yang Zhian appeared in court on Friday, March 07, 2025, and was remanded in custody until March 21, 2025, as the investigation into the incident continues.

A Chinese man named Yang Zhian killed a miner named Pardon Gumbo at a mine in Gwanda. Gumbo and other miners were looking for gold when they were stopped by a security guard. The guard called Zhian who shot at the miners, killing Gumbo. Zhian has been arrested and will be in custody until the investigation is finished. This happened on March 5, 2025. Zhian will go to court on March 21, 2025.

Chinese National Kills Artisanal Miner In Gwanda

Two police officers were arraigned before a magistrate last week after allegedly setting up an unsanctioned roadblock along Samora Machel Avenue in Harare and stealing US$10,000 from a Chinese national, reported <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/two-cops-steal-us10k-from-motorist/">The Herald</a>.
Jefter Nkomazanah (36), stationed at Kanyemba Police Station, and Crynot Fablano (40), stationed at Dzivarasekwa Police Station, appeared before Harare magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa on Friday.
They are charged with criminal abuse of duty and were remanded in custody until February 25 for a bail application.
Investigations revealed that Fablano is currently on suspension.
It is alleged that on February 14, the complainant was driving along Samora Machel Avenue when Nkomazanah, in uniform, approached the vehicle.
The complainant locked the car, but Nkomazanah allegedly unlocked it through a partially open window and entered.
He accused the complainant of using a cellphone while driving and instructed him to drive to Harare Central Police Station.
The complainant complied but was instead told to park near Karigamombe Centre. Nkomazanah allegedly called Fablano, who arrived and joined them in the car.
Nkomazanah introduced Fablano as his superior, and the two reportedly threatened the complainant while Fablano searched his satchel and took US$10,000.
The complainant is said to have reluctantly given Nkomazanah US$25, but Fablano had already left with the US$10,000.
The complainant later realised the money was missing and reported the incident to the police, who referred him to the Police Anti-Corruption Unit.
On February 18, police detectives observed the two officers in uniform attempting to stop motorists along Samora Machel Avenue.
When the detectives approached, the officers attempted to flee but were apprehended after a brief chase.
The complainant reported a total loss of US$10,025, and none of the stolen money has been recovered.

Two police officers stole $10,000 from a driver in Harare. They set up a fake roadblock and threatened the driver to give them the money. The driver reported the theft to the police, who caught the officers trying to stop other drivers. The officers were arrested and now face charges. The stolen money has not been found yet. The police are investigating the case to make sure the officers face the consequences of their actions.

Two Police Officers Steal US$10,000 From A Motorist

Chinese national Liu Haikeng, arrested for shooting a Zimbabwean national in Gweru, has been remanded in custody until February 7, 2025.
Liu appeared before the Gweru Magistrates Court on Wednesday facing three charges.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), on January 21, 2025, Liu allegedly fired three shots at Kholwani Dube with a Canik 9×18 pistol at Bijou Farm.
He is also accused of unlawfully using explosives without a blasting license in 2024 and illegal gold prospecting at Bijou Farm without a permit.
Reports suggest that the violent altercation between Liu and Dube arose from Ming Chang Sino-Africa Mining Investments’ failure to pay Dube approximately US$600 in unpaid wages. Said the NPA:
<blockquote>
Wang Jun, a Chinese National has been remanded in custody to 7 February 2025 by the Gweru Magistrates’ Court facing 3 charges under the Firearms Act, Explosives Act and Mines and Minerals Act.
On the 21st of January 2025 at Bijou Farm, the accused person allegedly intervened in a scuffle between farm manager Liu Haifeng and the complainant, Kholwani Dube, pressing Dube’s head to the ground and pointing a firearm at him.
In 2024, the accused person is alleged to have used explosives without a blasting licence at Bijou Farm and is also alleged to have excavated and blasted the ground at Bijou Farm without a Permit.
</blockquote>

A Chinese man named Liu shot a Zimbabwean man named Kholwani Dube in Lower Gweru. Liu has been charged with shooting Dube, using explosives without permission, and illegally mining for gold. Liu will be in jail until February 7, 2025. The shooting happened on January 21, 2025, at Bijou Farm. Dube was angry because he wasn't paid about $600 by a Chinese mining company.

Chinese National In Lower Gweru Viral Video Faces Three Charges

A Chinese national has been arrested for shooting a Zimbabwean man, Mthahandazo Sibanda (20), in Filabusi on 22 January 2025.
The suspect, whose name was not released by police, allegedly shot Sibanda with a 9 mm Derya Pistol for stealing gold dump at Binyup 5 Mine.
This incident occurred a day after another Chinese national pointed a firearm at a Zimbabwean employee demanding unpaid wages in Lower Gweru.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed both incidents and the arrests of the Chinese nationals involved.
Regarding the Binyup 5 Mine shooting, Nyathi said more details will be released as investigations progress.

A Chinese person got arrested for shooting a Zimbabwean man. The Chinese person thought the man stole gold from a mine. Another Chinese person also threatened a Zimbabwean worker for not paying them. The police in Zimbabwe confirmed both incidents and arrested the Chinese people. They are still investigating the shooting at the mine.

Chinese National Arrested For Shooting Zimbabwean In Filabusi

Police have launched an investigation into a violent incident involving a Chinese national and a local man at Bijour Farm, Lower Gweru, on 21 January.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Paul Nyathi identified the Zimbabwean national as Kholwani Dube (38) but did not reveal the Chinese national’s identity. Said Nyathi:
<blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is investigating an assault and pointing of a firearm incident which occurred at Bijour Farm, Lower Gweru, Midlands Province on 21st January 2025.
Kholwani Dube (38) stabbed a Chinese national with an okapi knife on the leg after a labour dispute while the Chinese national pointed a firearm at Khowani Dube.
Both the Zimbabwean national and Chinese national are facing criminal charges.
</blockquote>
Videos on social media show a man, believed to be Dube, shouting, “I want my money! I want my money!” before the situation escalates. Reports say Dube was owed $600 in unpaid wages by his Chinese employers.
Dube is an excavator operator for Ming Chang Sino-Africa Mining Investments, a Chinese-owned company.
The video shows at least three Chinese nationals over Dube, with one kneeling on his back and pointing a gun at his head. The others were restraining him.
There was a lot of blood on the ground, but it was unclear who was bleeding.
Ming Chang Sino-Africa Mining Investments released a statement on 21 January claiming that Dube disregarded instructions, took an excavator without authorisation, and threatened supervisors by trying to run them over. The statement reads:
<blockquote>
In the morning hours, Kholwani Dube, an excavator operator employed at Bijou Farm in Gweru, was observed repeatedly disregarding instructions from his supervisors on a construction site.
In accordance with company policies and Zimbabwean Labour Laws, Mr. Dube was warned and subsequently suspended from his duties pending a formal investigation into the matter.
At approximately 16:00 on the same day, it was reported that Mr. Dube robbed the keys to excavator (Equipment No. 28) from the other driver and drove the vehicle towards supervisors Mr. Hu and Mr. Chen, exhibiting behaviour that posed a serious threat.
Despite their efforts to intervene safely, Mr. Dube’s actions necessitated immediate reporting to the Farm Manager, Mr. Liu Haifeng, and his deputy, Mr. Huo Haopeng.
Dube even attempted to run over the manager LIU Haifeng with the excavator all this while putting other employees and assets at risk.
Farm manager fired a warning shot into the sky, taking into account all firearm handling and safety procedures and without harming anyone.
During the skirmish, Deputy farm manager HUO Haopeng contacted the police at Gweru Rural Police Station who were unfortunately unable to respond immediately due to transport challenges. 
Dube then suddenly attacked LIU Haifeng who then defended himself out of instinct, grabbing the driver by the collar. The two were embroiled in a fistfight in which five other employees broke up.
It was during the fistfight that Dube stabbed and seriously injured LIU Haifeng on his left leg. Fellow employees disarmed Dube.
LIU Haifeng was taken to the hospital for medical treatment, while other employees took the driver to the police.
Dube was not injured in the process and is currently in police custody. No other employees were injured.
We also regret to state that some publications rushed to publish inaccurate versions of the incident in what appears to be yet another attack on Chinese investors in Zimbabwe using false information.
We also take this opportunity to urge the media to verify facts and report accurately without bias.
Our company is a law-abiding company and remains committed to best labour and business practices which employ legal conflict resolution strategies.
We are also committed to being a part of building Zimbabwe in the productive sectors and creating employment for thousands of Zimbabweans.
</blockquote>

A Chinese national and a Zimbabwean man got into a fight at a farm in Lower Gweru. The Zimbabwean man, Kholwani Dube, stabbed the Chinese man with a knife during a dispute over unpaid wages. The Chinese man pointed a gun at Dube during the fight. Dube works for a Chinese company called Ming Chang Sino-Africa Mining Investments. The company claims that Dube was causing trouble and tried to run his supervisors over with an excavator. The Chinese man was injured, and Dube is now in police custody. The company says some news reports about the incident are wrong and they follow the law.

Chinese National Stabbed In Lower Gweru

A Chinese man believed to be the mastermind behind the illegal cremation of a woman in Harare has been deported.
According to <a href="https://www.zimlive.com/zimbabwe-deports-chinese-mafia-boss-linked-to-illegal-cremation/">ZimLive</a>, Chen Mo Yun, 44, was flown out of Harare last Wednesday at the request of Chinese investigators.
In May, five Chinese nationals—Chen Ying, 44, Xia Wexing, 40, Guo Weilin, 32, Yan Qi, 36, and Wang Huasheng, 35—were fined US$200 each after being convicted for the unlawful cremation of Huang Tian Song without obtaining consent from her relatives. Following their conviction, they were immediately deported to China.
It is alleged that upon their return, the five men were further interrogated by Chinese authorities, during which they implicated Yun as the mastermind behind the operation. They claimed that he was running a mafia-style operation in Harare.
Huang Tian Song had died mysteriously at the Trauma Centre in Borrowdale, Harare, on May 22. The court revealed that the five men had conspired to obtain a burial order by falsely claiming they had permission from her family. However, it remains unclear what they were attempting to conceal by cremating Song’s body.
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

A Chinese man named Chen Mo Yun was deported from Zimbabwe for being involved in the illegal cremation of a woman in Harare. Five other Chinese men were fined and deported earlier for the same crime. They said that Yun was the one who planned everything. The woman died in May and the men lied to get permission to cremate her without her family's consent. It's not clear why they did this. Chinese investigators asked Zimbabwe to send Yun back to them.

Zimbabwe Deports Chinese "Mafia" Figure Involved In Illegal Cremation

Cai Yulong, a Chinese national operating Stone Steel Blue Mine in Zhombe, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of one miner, the injury of another, and assaulting yet another individual.
On Wednesday, September 18, the National Prosecuting Authority reported that Cai was arraigned before the High Court sitting at Gokwe, where he was charged with three offences: murder, attempted murder, and assault. Said the NPA:
<blockquote>
On the 26th of May 2024 the deceased and his workmates, employed by Black Hand 10 Mine were on duty, underground constructing a barricade at an area where their mine meets that of the accused.
As they were working, the accused person approached and fired gunshots at them. They fled the scene towards the exit point and the accused person pursued them.
The accused person shot the now deceased in the thigh who died as a result of the gunshot wound.
He also shot one of the deceased’s workmates in the knee and thigh before proceeding to assault the other on the head using his fists.
A Police report was made leading to the arrest of the accused person.
He was convicted and sentenced to 30 years imprisonment for murder. He was sentenced to a further 5 years imprisonment for attempted murder. 
Both sentences will run concurrently. He was also sentenced to a fine of US$100 for assault, in default, 1 month imprisonment.
</blockquote>
In a report in June 2024, the NPA said Cai (58), shot and killed a man from Chief Njelele in Gokwe and injured his colleague after they encroached into his mine in Zhombe.
It said Cai, from Stone Still Mine 10, Marandure Farm, Zhombe appeared before the Kwekwe Magistrates’ court facing one count of murder, one count of attempted murder and one count of assault. The NPA said at the time:
<blockquote>
On the 26th of May 2024 Goni Goni (23), Komborerai Shariwa (24), John Muchawaya (34) and Lovemore Mapfanya (20) all of Village Tirivanhu, Chief Njelele, Gokwe were working underground at Blackhand 10 Mine, Zhombe, Kwekwe.
The four encroached into another shaft at Blue Belle Mine, Zhombe which is owned by the accused person.
Allegations are that the accused person who was armed with a pistol approached them and shot Goni Goni once in the left thigh. He died on the spot.
He is also alleged to have shot John Muchawaya thrice: once on the left knee, once on the right ankle and once on the left thigh.
Muchawaya sustained three gunshot wounds and he is currently admitted at Kwekwe General Hospital.
Further allegations are that the accused person hit Lovemore Mapfanya once on the head with a fist.
Mapfanya fled from the scene and filed a Police report leading to the arrest of the accused person.
</blockquote>
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

A Chinese man named Cai Yulong has been sentenced to 30 years in jail for killing a man and injuring others in a mine in Gokwe, Zimbabwe. Cai shot at the miners and chased after them, killing one and injuring others. He was found guilty of murder, attempted murder, and assault. Cai's sentences will run concurrently, meaning they will happen at the same time. The incident happened in May 2024, and Cai was arrested soon after. He was charged, convicted, and sentenced for his crimes.

Chinese Miner Sentenced To 30 Years In Jail For Killing Gokwe Man

Police have identified the Chinese national who was recently filmed allegedly torturing Zimbabwean workers at the Makanga Mine in Bindura, Mashonaland Central Province.
The disturbing video footage showed the Chinese manager at the mine tying up the Zimbabwean workers and suspending them in the air using a frontend loader.
The Chinese national is then said to have whipped the workers, accusing them of stealing an unspecified amount of diesel from the mine.
In a statement released on Wednesday, 17 July, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), confirmed that both the suspects and the complainants have been identified, and a thorough investigation is now underway to establish the full details of what transpired. Police said:
<blockquote>
Reference is made to a video which went viral on social media platforms depicting two handcuffed complainants being lifted by a frontend loader at the instigation of two suspects at Makanga Mine, Hereford Farm, Bindura.
The ZRP confirms that the suspects and complainants have been identified in connection with the incident which occurred on 13/07/24. Investigations are in progress.
</blockquote>
In the wake of the disturbing incident at the Makanga Mine, the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF), which represents miners across the country, has strongly condemned the alleged actions of the Chinese national.
The ZMF described the incident as “appalling, vile, inhumane and savage” and has called for the immediate arrest of the Chinese manager.
This incident has further reinforced a common perception among many ordinary Zimbabweans that the Chinese nationals operating in the country are often perceived to be above the law.
There is a widespread belief that the Chinese can violate the laws of Zimbabwe and infringe on the human rights of the local population with impunity.
Over the years, there have been recurring reports of Zimbabwean workers facing abuse at the hands of their Chinese employers, often with little consequence.
In one recent incident in May 2024, a 58-year-old Chinese miner named Cai Yulong allegedly shot and killed a man from Chief Njelele in Gokwe after the victim and his colleague encroached into Cai’s mining claim in Zhombe, Midlands Province. Cai also reportedly injured the victim’s colleague during the incident.
Just last month, a 51-year-old Chinese national was arraigned before the Gweru Magistrates’ Court on allegations of raping and impregnating a 17-year-old local girl.
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

A Chinese manager was filmed torturing workers at a Zimbabwean mine. The video shows workers being tied up and suspended in the air, then whipped for allegedly stealing diesel. Police have identified the suspects and victims, and an investigation is ongoing. The Zimbabwe Miners Federation strongly condemns the actions of the Chinese national and calls for their immediate arrest. This incident highlights a belief that Chinese nationals in Zimbabwe often get away with breaking the law and mistreating locals. Similar incidents of abuse by Chinese employers have been reported in the past.

Zimbabwe Police Identify Chinese National Accused Of Torturing Local Mine Workers

In a disturbing incident that occurred recently, a Chinese national, whose identity has not been confirmed, was filmed allegedly torturing Zimbabwean workers at Makanga Mine in Bindura, Mashonaland Central Province.
According to <a href="https://www.newzimbabwe.com/uproar-after-chinese-national-is-recorded-torturing-local-miners-in-bindura/">NewZimbabwe.com</a>, the Chinese national, who is a manager at the mine, is seen in the video tying up the Zimbabwean workers on a loader bucket and raising them in the air.
The manager is then reported to have whipped the workers in the presence of their colleagues, who apparently stood by and watched the abuse unfold.
The Chinese national is said to have carried out this alleged torture over claims that the Zimbabwean workers had stolen an unspecified amount of diesel from the mine. A statement accompanying the video reads:
<blockquote>
The incident is a stark reminder of the exploitation and mistreatment of Zimbabwean workers by foreign investors, and the government’s failure to protect its citizens. We urge all citizens to share the video and join us in demanding justice for the affected worker.
</blockquote>
The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) condemned the incident, describing it as “appalling, vile, inhumane and savage.”
ZMF, which represents miners across the country, urged the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), to arrest the Chinese national. It said:
<blockquote>
This barbaric act is a blatant violation of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, which guarantees the right to personal security and freedom from torture or cruel, inhumane or degrading treatment or punishment.
We will not stand idly while our members are subjected to such egregious abuse. ZMF vehemently condemns this despicable act and demands immediate arrest and prosecution of the Chinese boss responsible, a thorough investigation into the mine’s labour practices and swift action against any violations.
</blockquote>
Over the years, there have been recurring reports of Zimbabwean workers facing abuse at the hands of their Chinese employers, often with little consequence.
In one recent incident in May 2024, a 58-year-old Chinese miner named Cai Yulong allegedly shot and killed a man from Chief Njelele in Gokwe after the victim and his colleague encroached into Cai’s mining claim in Zhombe, Midlands Province. Cai also reportedly injured the victim’s colleague during the incident.
Just last month, a 51-year-old Chinese national was arraigned before the Gweru Magistrates’ Court on allegations of raping and impregnating a 17-year-old local girl.
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

A Chinese boss was filmed hurting Zimbabwean workers at a mine in Bindura. The boss tied up workers and raised them in the air. He whipped them because he thought they stole diesel. The miners' group wants the boss to be arrested and punished. Chinese employers have hurt Zimbabwean workers before with no consequences. Another miner shot and killed a man, and another raped a girl. People want the Chinese boss to be arrested and all workers to be treated fairly.

Chinese National Filmed Torturing Local Miners In Bindura

A 58-year-old Chinese miner, Cai Yulong, shot and killed a man from Chief Njelele in Gokwe and injured his colleague after they encroached into his mine in Zhombe, also in Midlands Province.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Cai, from Stone Still Mine 10, Marandure Farm, Zhombe appeared before the Kwekwe Magistrates’ court facing one count of murder, one count of attempted murder and one count of assault. Said the NPA:
<blockquote>
On the 26th of May 2024 Goni Goni (23), Komborerai Shariwa (24), John Muchawaya (34) and Lovemore Mapfanya (20) all of Village Tirivanhu, Chief Njelele, Gokwe were working underground at Blackhand 10 Mine, Zhombe, Kwekwe.
The four encroached into another shaft at Blue Belle Mine, Zhombe which is owned by the accused person.
Allegations are that the accused person who was armed with a pistol approached them and shot Goni Goni once in the left thigh. He died on the spot.
He is also alleged to have shot John Muchawaya thrice: once on the left knee, once on the right ankle and once on the left thigh.
Muchawaya sustained three gunshot wounds and he is currently admitted at Kwekwe General Hospital.
Further allegations are that the accused person hit Lovemore Mapfanya once on the head with a fist.
Mapfanya fled from the scene and filed a Police report leading to the arrest of the accused person.
</blockquote>
Cai was remanded in custody and will appear in court again on 11 June 2024.
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

Chinese Miner Kills Gokwe Man, Injures Another In Zhombe

A policewoman based at Bindura Police Station and her accomplice allegedly forced a Chinese national to pay them US$5 000 for dating a local girl.
Chengeto Pwaka, a detective, and her alleged accomplice Nicodemus Mubvumbi, told Chinese national, Gong Changlin who was allegedly dating Tafadzwa Maphosa, that it was illegal to date a local girl.
Pwaka and Mubvumbi were arrested at Bikita Mineral as they were allegedly trying to extort more money from the complainants, reported <a href="https://masvingomirror.com/chinese-forced-to-pay-us5k-for-dating-zim-girl/">The Mirror</a>.
The accused persons were granted US$100 each by the Masvingo Magistrates Court. The case was postponed to June 3, 2024.
The court heard that on April 12, 2024, Pwaka and Mubvumbi travelled from Bindura to Bikita Minerals Mine and told Changlin that it was an offence for a Chinese national to have a love affair with a Zimbabwean.
Pwaka allegedly produced her Criminal Investigations Department (CID) card and she extracted US$ 2,000 from Changlin.
It is further alleged that on the same day, Pwaka threatened to arrest Maphosa for allegedly aborting a pregnancy. She demanded US$700 and the money was sent to her via the EcoCash platform.
On April 30, 2024, Pwaka and Mubvumbi assaulted Maphosa at Bikita Minerals, slapping her several times in the face and threatening to send her to jail.
They were allegedly given US$250 and US$80 also sent through an ecocash account [redacted]. Another US$2 000 was again paid to the accused persons.
The duo allegedly collected a total of US$5030.00 from the Chinese national and his local lover.
On May 18, 2024, the complainants reported the matter to the Police leading to the arrest of the suspects.
The matter is under the CID Forensic Investigations Department.
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"Rogue" Policewoman Forces Chinese Man To Pay US$5 000 For Dating A Local Girl

A Chinese national was arrested recently for allegedly trying to smuggle 30 tonnes of lithium out of the country.
Lu Minghui (45) of Msasa Harare was found in possession of fake documents to facilitate the transportation of the lithium from Bikita Minerals to Mozambique.
He appeared before Marondera magistrate, Esther Mabika, on Thursday last week and was remanded to 16 March on $100 000 bail.
Lu was also ordered to surrender his passport and reside at his given Msasa address.
Allegations are that on 25 February, Lu hired a haulage truck from Anter International Logistics to ferry petalite ore to Beira, Mozambique.
He allegedly gave the transporting company some soft copy documents that showed that the mineral was being ferried from Bikita Minerals.
On 28 February, upon reaching the 71-kilometre peg towards Marondera along the Harare-Mutare Highway, the truck was intercepted by detectives.
The detectives discovered that the truck was transporting petalite concentrate.
Bikita Minerals was then contacted and the company’s officials said they were unaware of the documents. Lu was then arrested.
Terrence Zenda prosecuted.
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Chinese National Arrested For Trying To Smuggle Lithium To Mozambique

ZRP has arrested a Chinese man who shot and injured 2 workers in a wages dispute at a mine in Gweru, ZimLive reports. Zhang Xueun is facing 2 counts of attempted murder for shooting Wendy Chikwaira, 31, and Kennedy Tachiona, 39 who had demanded their wages from Xueun who is the mine owner and the general manager at Reeden Mine 25 KMs out of Gweru.
According to the publication:
<blockquote>Zhang was arrested and detained overnight Sunday ahead of a court appearance. Police said he had been charged with attempted murder.</blockquote>
Meanwhile, the Chinese Embassy has released a statement about the shooting and said:
<blockquote>Remarks by the Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe 
We are highly concerned about the case in which a Chinese employee of a private Chinese company near GWERU shot and injured a local employee due to a wage dispute yesterday. Although this is an isolated incident and the Embassy has no law enforcement authority over the enterprise, we firmly support Zimbabwe’s law enforcement agencies to transparently and openly investigate and handle the case in accordance with the law of Zimbabwe. Any possible illegal acts and persons who violate the law should not be shielded. China and Zimbabwe have long-standing friendship and cooperation. We call upon all relevant sides to safeguard it jealously and carefully.</blockquote>
One of the victims Chikwaira was treated and discharged while Tachiona is still admitted at a private hospital in Gweru.
More: <a href="https://www.zimlive.com/2020/06/22/chinese-man-arrested-after-shooting-2-workers-in-wage-dispute-at-gweru-mine/">ZimLive</a>

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