Harare man shoots self in the head after killing police sergeant wife
A police sergeant in Harare was shot and killed by her husband, who then attempted to take his own life. The suspect is currently in critical condition under police guard while authorities investigate the incident.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the prevalence of domestic violence and the specific risks associated with access to firearms in domestic disputes.
A POLICE officer was allegedly shot dead by her husband in Hopley, Harare, before he turned the gun on himself, police have confirmed.
Sergeant Dzanwa Portia, 36, was allegedly shot once in the head with a CZ pistol by her husband, Pharaoh Dombodzvuku, 52, on Sunday.
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