Police deny involvement in witch-hunters’ scam

Police in the Midlands Province have denied allegations that they were involved in clearing cattle paid to self-styled traditional healers, commonly known as tsikamutanda by villagers in Zvishavane.

The tsikamutanda were reportedly swindling villagers of their livestock and valuable property through their cleansing ceremonies.

In a telephone interview on Monday, Midlands police spokesperson, Inspector Patrick Chademana, denied allegations that police were involved in tsikamutanda activities.

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