The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of two officers after a social media video went viral, allegedly showing them accepting bribes from unlicensed and registered public service vehicles at the Mabvuku turn-off along the Harare-Mutare road. The exact date of the video recording is unknown.

According to a statement by ZRP national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the officers, identified as Sergeant Chifamba and Constable Gunzva, have been detained and are now facing criminal charges. “The ZRP informs the public that Sergeant Chifamba and Constable Gunzva have been arrested and are now in detention. They are facing both disciplinary and criminal charges. These are bad apples who do not deserve to be serving in the Police Service,” Nyathi stated.

He added that “The Commissioner-General of Police does not condone corruption by any police officer and will ensure that the law takes its course without fear or favor.”