Two brothers who gained their freedom under a recent presidential pardon that reduced the prison sentences of several prisoners, just six days after tasting freedom, have been re-arrested for the brutal murder of their uncle after he was accused of reporting them to the police for theft. gun.
The murder in turn appears to have led to another bout of revenge as Evans Mupamanga (25) and his brother Elvis (21), both from Farm 21, Chimagura District in Gokwe South, fight for their lives at Gokwe South District Hospital under guard from… Police after they were attacked by 10 unidentified men on the same day they allegedly killed their uncle, Kidni Mupamanga (62).
The brothers were released from Jokowi’s prison under a presidential pardon on April 17, a move aimed at relieving prison overcrowding by reducing prison terms while at the same time giving a fairly large group of prisoners a second chance.
Midlands District Police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, said the killing happened on April 23, at around 7pm.
Evans and Elvis visited the home of Mr. Forever Sekuchi, the younger brother of the deceased.
“The suspects were at home with their parents, Kennedy Mupamanga and Monica Mupamanga, where a misunderstanding occurred over the issue of their large tank not being filled with water.
“The two suspects left their parents and went to the house of Forever Sikochi in the same farm, who is also the younger brother of the deceased and interrogated him as to why the tank was not filled,” Inspector Mahoko said.
A misunderstanding arose over this case and the suspects forcibly took Mr. Sikuchi towards the Kwekwe-Gokwe Road, threatening to kill him. On their way, they allegedly met his uncle from Kadoma.
“Suddenly they told Kidney that they were looking for him because he reported a firearm theft case against them. “The suspects then took both Kidney and Sikochi home,” Insp Mahoko said.
Inspector Mahoko said that at about 7pm, Evans ordered Elvis to bring an ax so they could kill their uncle.
“On hearing this, Sikochi fled the scene leaving Kidni in the hands of the suspects. The suspects took turns hitting him with pieces of wood and stones several times on the head until he died. This happened in full view of their father Kennedy Mupamanga,” said Insp Mahuku.
Evans and Elvis then cooperated with their parents and went to House No. 3711 Sasami 1, Gokwe Town, and reported the murder to their great uncle, Ayoub Mupamanga (76).
“While they were explaining to Job Mupamanga, a gang of about 10 unknown people entered the room, took out axes, machetes and handles and beat the two brothers all over their bodies until they lost consciousness. He added that the gang fled when they sensed danger from the police.
Inspector Mahoko said Evans and Elvis were taken to Gokwe South District Hospital under police guard and were in serious condition.
The body of the deceased was also transferred to the same hospital morgue awaiting an autopsy. He added: “We demand that any information be provided that may help in arresting the gang of 10 unknown attackers.”
“We further appeal to members of the public to respect the sanctity of human life by not engaging in violence as a means of resolving conflicts,” he added. Announce
