Story by Fungai Jachi
Two bogus cops who committed a spate of robberies in Bindura and surrounding areas, will serve an effective 40-year jail term each after they were convicted for armed robbery.
The two, John Jaji aged 40 and Iyeni Njanji aged 26 were found guilty of five counts of armed robbery.
The duo would pose as police officers to gain entry into premises where they stole cash, electronic gadgets and other valuables.
In passing sentence, the magistrate noted that the duo deserved to be locked up as they are a threat to society, adding that a lengthy custodial sentence would send a clear message to would-be offenders.
In one incident, they assaulted a family, tied them up and ransacked their home, making off with US$1712 and several other valuables.
Their crimes included violence, intimidation and unlawful possession of firearms.
