Story by Peter Chivhima
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of two suspected armed robbers following a robbery at a Mukuru Money Transfer Agency in Mabelreign, Harare, on Saturday.
The suspects, Tanaka Java (42) and Ronald Rupare (28), allegedly attacked an employee before getting away with more than US$5 000 and over R26 000 in cash.
ZRP National Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident, saying the suspects were pursued and apprehended at a police roadblock along Quinton Road in Avondale. However, one accomplice managed to escape and remains at large.
Commissioner Nyathi also confirmed that the arrest led to the recovery of R10 000.
Police say investigations are continuing and efforts are underway to account for the outstanding suspect and the remaining stolen cash.
