Tinotenda Hove

A 38-year-old man from Siamukombe village has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for attempting to murder the village head, his father-in-law. The Karoi Magistrates’ Court handed down the sentence after finding the man guilty of attempted murder ¹.

The incident occurred on November 23, 2024, when the offender defied a village directive by planting seeds in a garden. The village head, a 61-year-old man, intervened, leading to an altercation between the two. The offender struck the village head with a wooden log, causing injuries to his head and elbow.

The village head fled the scene and sought medical treatment. The offender was subsequently arrested and charged with attempted murder. During the trial, the court heard that the offender had intentionally defied the village directive, leading to the altercation.

The Karoi Magistrates’ Court sentenced the offender to 34 months in prison, with four months suspended for five years. This means that the offender will serve an effective 30 months in prison.

The case highlights the importance of respecting village directives and the authority of village leaders. It also serves as a reminder that violence is never an acceptable solution to conflicts, and that those who engage in violent behavior will be held accountable.