Man wanted for murdering his mother in Chitungwiza contacts relative for EcoCash using her phone

Police are intensifying their search for a Chitungwiza man accused of murdering his 72-year-old mother after reports emerged that he had contacted a relative and requested money through EcoCash while on the run.
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The suspect, Bob Nobert Luwaca (44), is wanted in connection with the killing of his mother, Rosemary Luwaca, at her home in Seke Unit L, Chitungwiza, on Thursday.

According to police, the alleged attack followed a domestic dispute between the two.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) says Luwaca allegedly struck his mother twice on the head with a six-pound hammer before fleeing from the scene.

Police recovered the suspected murder weapon at the house.

As investigations continue, a possible lead has emerged regarding the suspect’s whereabouts.

A neighbour, Nomsa Gwengo, told ZBC Newsthat Luwaca is believed to have used his late mother’s mobile phone to contact a relative and request money via EcoCash after the incident.

“He is said to have used his mother’s phone to contact a relative asking for money, but the number is no longer reachable,” Gwengo said.

In a statement issued on Monday, police appealed to members of the public for information that could lead to Luwaca’s arrest.

“The ZRP is appealing for information which may assist in the arrest of Bob Nobert Luwaca (44), who is being sought in connection with the murder of his mother, Rosemary Luwaca (72), in Unit L, Chitungwiza, on 05/11/2026,” police said.

“The suspect allegedly struck his mother twice on the head with a six-pound hammer following a domestic dispute before fleeing. The weapon believed to have been used in the murder was recovered at the scene.”

Police have urged anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts to report to the nearest police station immediately. *_-Pindula_*