Police officers attacked by mob in Dema on Christmas Day

Three men who incited a mob to attack police officers at Dema Business Centre, Chief Seke, on Christmas Day have each been fined US$150 by the Chitungwiza Magistrates Court.

Jamaine Rubatika (42), Wisdom Rubatika (50) and Robson Madziva (32) were found guilty of disturbing the peace by confronting police during a lawful patrol, inciting a mob, and taking part in violent actions that damaged a police vehicle and injured an officer.

They were ordered to pay a US$150 fine each or face one month in prison if they fail to pay. Five months of their sentence were suspended on condition of good behaviour.

The National Prosecuting Authority stressed that police operations are carried out to protect the public and maintain law and order. It added:

“Any attempts to undermine these efforts through violence or intimidation will be dealt with decisively in terms of the law.” *_-Pindula_*