The ZRP is appealing for information that may lead to the arrest of Francis Makuma Magirayano (30

The ZRP is appealing for information that may lead to the arrest of Francis Makuma Magirayano (30I), who is wanted in connection with an attempted murder case that occurred on 18 April 2026 in Chimanimani.

 

 

 

 

The suspect is believed to have recently returned from South Africa and was driving a silver Toyota Fortuner, registration number JV 70 SM GP. He allegedly shot three people with a firearm following a domestic dispute with his wife, Mercyline Mahembe (26).

 

The victims include his wife, who was shot several times on the cheek, hand, and thigh; his sister-in-law, who was shot on the leg; and a shopkeeper at Kopa Business Centre.

 

All the victims are currently admitted at a hospital in Chipinge.

 

Anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts is urged to contact the ZRP National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp 0712 800 197, or report to any nearest police station.

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