Police Arrest Suspect for Stealing USD 20,000 from Cash-in-Transit Vehicle
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested a suspect involved in a theft of US$ 20,000 from a cash-in-transit vehicle.
The robbery occurred on October 16, 2024, in Masvingo, while the vehicle was transporting cash from Beitbridge to Mutare.
The suspect, 24-year-old Kelvin Chisandako, was arrested on November 3, 2024, at Mangwawo Village in Mwenezi after authorities received a tip-off regarding his whereabouts.
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Details of the Theft and Arrest
In a statement, the police confirmed Kelvin Chisandako’s arrest in connection with the cash-in-transit robbery.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Kelvin Chisandako (24) in connection with the case.
On 03rd November 2024, police in Masvingo arrested the suspect at Mangwawo Village, Mawarire, Mwenezi after receiving information that he was in possession of large sums of cash,” reads the police statement.
According to the police, during questioning, Chisandako admitted to stealing the money from the cash-in-transit vehicle, which he boarded at Lutumba Business Centre in Beitbridge.
“The suspect revealed to the police that he stole the money from the cash-in-transit vehicle which he boarded at Lutumba Business Centre, Beitbridge.”
Police Recover Stolen Money and Vehicle
In the aftermath of his arrest, the police managed to recover part of the money Kelvin Chisandako stole and the car he bought using some of the money.
“The arrest led to the recovery of USD$ 600.00 as well as ZAR 2 320.00 cash, an empty cash box and a Toyota Aqua vehicle, registration number AGO 5702, which the suspect bought for USD 9 800.00.”
Building Materials and Clothing Recovered
Further investigations revealed that, rather than splurging on luxury items, Chisandako chose to spend part of the stolen money on practical items such as building materials.
He purchased 30 twelve-foot roofing sheets, 35 fifty-kilogram bags of cement, seven window frames, two French doors, 15,000 farm bricks, a cellphone, and three men’s suits
Social Media Users React to Suspect’s Sensible Spending Choices
Kelvin unusual spending pattern has sparked buzz on social media. Netizens expressed surprise and amazement at the suspect’s choices.
Many netizens have commented on the fact that, unlike typical criminal behavior, Chisandako did not squander his loot on extravagant cars, alcohol, or other luxuries. Instead, he appeared to make more sensible investments.
Check out some of the reactions;
@WeMasvingo:
Haaa wezhira aneplan, kutombotenga hake cement, mbavha dzeharare dzingadai dzakawanikirwa kumba kwemahure
@AllanMatika;
Besides buying the car nenge anga aita zvine musoro nemari yacho ngavamuregere aende
@OskidoWemaskiri;
At least haana kupedza mari kumahure
@djbingo_zw;
Akaishandisa zvine msoro…Ndombavha dzodiwa munyika dzine brain yekuvaka
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