By A Correspondent

In a significant ruling, Makunde Timeon Tavengwa, a 46-year-old Magistrate employed by the Judicial Service Commission, has been fined USD400 or sentenced to five months in prison for culpable homicide.

This verdict comes after a fatal road accident on November 22, 2023, where Tavengwa’s Nissan X-Trail collided with Misheck Makuvire, a school pupil crossing the Harare-Masvingo Road. The child tragically died on the spot from head injuries.

Investigations revealed that the accident occurred in clear daylight on a wide tarred road, and Tavengwa was found negligent in two key areas: failing to keep a proper lookout and speeding . This ruling serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and those in positions of authority will be held accountable for their actions.