Zim Now Writer
A 62-year-old Darwendale woman has been arrested on allegations of killing her husband over infidelity on Sunday.
The woman, Mary Banda, reportedly fought with her 81-year-old husband, Nira Benet, who later died following some breathing challenges.
Benet died on admission at Kutama Father O’Hea Memorial Hospital and a report was made to the police, leading to Banda’s arrest.
Confirming the incident, national police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said: “The ZRP confirms the arrest of Mary Banda aged 62 in connection with a case of murder which occurred at Virginia Farm, Darwendale, on November 6, 2022, where the suspect fought with her husband, Nira Benet aged 81, after a misunderstanding over allegations of infidelity.
“The victim, who was having some challenges in breathing, was rushed to Father O’Hea Hospital, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival,” Ass. Comm. Nyathi said.
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