Names Released Of Women Involved In Assault On Friend’s Husband’s Alleged Side Chick

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has announced the arrest of three women following a viral video that shows them assaulting another woman, whom they accused of having an affair with one of their husbands.

Deputy National Police Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Blessmore Chishaka, confirmed that Patience Saunyama (40), Gloria Gara (30), and Juliet Charanjeru (23) have been taken into custody. Chishaka clarified that, despite the video only recently emerging online, the incident occurred on August 12, 2024, at a borehole in Dzimbiti Village, Saunyama, Nyanga.

The video shows the three women confronting the victim at the borehole, accusing her of being involved with one of their husbands. The footage captures the alleged mistress being assaulted while holding a baby.

In addition to this case, the ZRP is looking into other recent assault incidents that have appeared on social media. “The Zimbabwe Republic Police is also investigating additional assault cases that have surfaced on various social media platforms,” Chishaka noted.