Security Guard Jailed for Arson and Evidence Destruction

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Masvingo – A security company employee has been sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment after setting an office ablaze in an attempt to conceal evidence of a theft he had committed.

Tennat Chiremba (26), who was employed by Muzpen Security Company, stole US$975 from the company’s office.

He then started a fire in the office, intending to destroy evidence of his crime.

The fire caused significant damage to the office and property valued at US$16,010.

Detective Inspector Rachel Muteweri, spokesperson for the Zimbabwe Republic Police Criminal Investigations Department, confirmed in a statement that Chiremba appeared at Masvingo Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday following his arrest by detectives from CID Masvingo.

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“The conviction follows a thorough investigation which uncovered a deliberate plan to destroy crucial evidence and divert attention from a theft orchestrated by the accused,” Detective Insp Muteweri said.

He appeared before Magistrate Caroline Tafirei, with Laiton Katsidzire representing the State.

“He was convicted and sentenced to an effective seven-year jail term,” Detective Insp Muteweri added.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police continues to commend the courts for their combined efforts in combating crime and ensuring that justice is served,” she concluded.

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