Snake prophet saga: Another suspect nabbed

POLICE in Mashonaland East province have arrested a second suspect over the illegal possession of a cobra following the arrest of Mutare self-styled prophet, Maxwell Muguta, at the weekend.

Provincial police spokesperson Inspector Tendai Mwanza said Omega Chikanya of Marondera, was arrested for receiving a US$50 bribe to conceal the matter after he saw Muguta buying the venomous snake from a traditional healer in the Seke communal area.

Both face charges of violating the Parks and Wildlife Act.

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