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MUDZI \u2013 The family of Fungai Nhau is calling for criminal prosecution after he was fatally shot in an incident involving employees of Shuhi Mine, despite receiving a US$6,500 payment from the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to a death agreement document seen by Zim GBC News, the mine and the grieving family reached a settlement where the company would pay a total of US$6,500. The breakdown shows US$3,000 was allocated per head for the adults, and US$2,000 for fees related to three children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The document, signed by Chief Nechombo\u2019s secretary and other local witnesses, confirms the amount “was paid” to the family. However, this settlement has not quelled demands for justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a public call to action, the family and their supporters are urging the Zimbabwean legal system to go beyond the financial settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe call on the Zimbabwean legal system to act decisively,\u201d a family representative stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cCriminally prosecute the employees responsible for this murder. Hold the company accountable for enabling an environment of negligence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They argue that the payment is a token that cannot replace a human life and are demanding fair compensation that truly reflects lost income, dependents, and grief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cZimbabwe cannot allow a life to be reduced to a small payment. Justice must be equal for all, whether the crime is committed by a foreigner or a Zimbabwean,\u201d the representative added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The case has also drawn attention to the legal distinctions between civil settlements and criminal liability. Legal experts note that while financial compensation can be part of a civil resolution, it does not absolve individuals or entities from criminal prosecution for acts such as murder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities have yet to announce any criminal charges related to the shooting death of Fungai Nhau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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