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A 56-year-old Gweru nurse has died in an apparent suicide by shooting, following allegations that he sexually abused a minor relative, police have confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is investigating the death of Registered General Nurse Farai Zindonda, whose body was discovered at his Woodlands Suburb home on December 29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Midlands Provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms investigating a case of sudden death, suspected suicide by shooting. A 56-year-old man was found dead, his body lying in a pool of blood.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Inspector Mahoko stated that a .303 rifle loaded with nine rounds was found in the deceased\u2019s hands, pointed at his head, which had a gunshot wound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cInvestigations are underway to establish the full circumstances leading to the death,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While police did not comment on the motive, a close relative, speaking on condition of anonymity, linked the tragedy to pending allegations. The source claimed Zindonda had sexually abused a 10-year-old relative and took his own life after family members threatened to report him to the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Inspector Mahoko urged the public to seek help during crises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThey should learn to share with third parties or respected people who can help with counseling,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident has shocked the local community, highlighting the severe repercussions of abuse allegations and the critical need for accessible mental health support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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