Bulawayo cop shot dead in confrontation with armed robbers
By Staff Reporter
A Bulawayo police officer was shot and killed by armed robbers during a shootout on Thursday.
Police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the ZRP has opened investigations into the shooting of Detective Constable Cassandra Hove of CID Homicide Bulawayo during the fatal
confrontation.
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“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms that investigations are being conducted in connection with the tragic and unfortunate death of Detective Constable Cassandra Hove of CID Homicide Bulawayo on 6th March 2025 while pursuing armed robbery suspects,” Nyathi said.
“The shooting incident occurred at Harbek area, Pumula South, Bulawayo.
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“The Commissioner-General of Police Stephen Mutamba expresses condolences to the Hove family and assures the public that comprehensive investigations are underway with a view of establishing what actually transpired.”
Nyathi said the Zimbabwe Republic Police ws not “going back in the fight against armed robberies and other violent crimes in the country”.
He appealed to the public to volunteer information that could help police in investigating criminal activities.
