Brunette Tshuma
A heartbreaking incident occurred in Cowdray Park, Bulawayo, where Inobubele Mhlanga, a 23-year-old fashion design student at Bulawayo Polytechnic, was tragically stabbed to death on her way home.
The attack happened around 7 PM after she had just exited a commuter omnibus. Witnesses reported that a lone robber targeted her, and despite attempts by a nearby motorist to intervene, the assailant escaped.
Community Response
The community is in shock and mourning the loss of a promising young woman.
Mr. Geshon Mhlanga, Inobubele’s father, expressed his devastation upon learning of his daughter’s death at the hospital, where he had rushed with hopes of finding her alive.
He has appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the capture of the robber, who remains at large.
“I was told that my daughter had been taken to hospital yesterday around 7 pm and I rushed there, only to be told that she had passed away.”
An uncle to the deceased, Sikhathele Mhlanga also shared the same concerns,
“I’m at a loss of words, the community must come together to make sure that such a brutal attack doesn’t happen again as we will continue to lose lives at the hands of these criminals.” He lamented.
Investigation and Safety Concerns
Initial examinations revealed that Inobubele sustained multiple stab wounds to her chest and arms, indicating a violent struggle. Interestingly, all her belongings, including her laptop and cellphone, were found at the scene, suggesting that the attack may not have been motivated by robbery.
This incident marks the third violent attack in Cowdray Park in recent times, raising serious concerns about safety in the area.
Community leaders, including Mr. Chipa Nechironga who is the Chairman of the Resident Association committee, highlighted the need for renewed neighborhood patrols, which had ceased due to funding issues.
Residents are now urged to come together to enhance safety measures and prevent further tragedies, as fear grips the community following this brutal attack.
According to Nechironga, each member of the neighbourhood watch is supposed to receive USD$100 per month, contributed by the residents at USD$2 per household per month
“It’s up to the residents to stand and take action against these criminal activities. Our children are now afraid of walking after dark as a result of these continuous attacks that have resulted in the death of an innocent young woman.” he said
Comment from the Zimbabwe Republic Police was not forthcoming but sources claim that investigations are in progress.
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