By A Correspondent

In a shocking incident, a 26-year-old prison officer, Tafadzwa Finani, was attacked and robbed while on duty at Chikurubi Female Prison. The armed robber, wielding an iron bar, struck Finani twice, causing her to collapse and lose some front teeth.

The incident occurred around 10 am when Finani was guarding the prison garden. The robber demanded she hand over her valuables, making off with her Samsung A03 cellphone and US$260 in cash. He escaped into the nearby bush, leaving Finani to be rushed to the hospital.

Harare Deputy Provincial Police Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Faith Mapisa confirmed the incident, stating that police are investigating an armed robbery case. The total value of stolen goods amounts to US$360 .