A funeral gathering in Mukuwo Village, Chikombedzi, ended in tragedy on Saturday when a knife-wielding man launched a sudden and brutal attack, fatally stabbing a woman and injuring three others.
According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the incident occurred on August 3, 2025, when the unidentified suspect stormed the mourners and stabbed 46-year-old Sithokozile Siwawa, killing her instantly.
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Panic gripped the gathering as mourners attempted to restrain the assailant, but three individuals were also stabbed in the process. The attacker fled the scene under the cover of darkness and has not yet been apprehended.
Siwawa’s body was taken to Chiredzi General Hospital for a post-mortem. Two of the injured were rushed to Chikombedzi Mission Hospital, while the third victim was later transferred to Masvingo General Hospital for specialist care.
Police have launched a manhunt and are urging anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect to contact the nearest police station.
