Family of Slain Bulawayo Detective Demands Justice Following Tragic Incident

Detective Constable Cassandra Hove was killed by a police bullet during a confrontation with armed robbers in Bulawayo. Initially believed to have been shot by the robbers, her family was informed that she died from friendly fire. They demand a thorough investigation into the circumstances of her death.

On Thursday night, Detective Constable Cassandra Hove, a 37-year-old police officer, lost her life during a confrontation with armed robbers in Bulawayo’s Pumula South suburb. Initially thought to be shot by the robbers, postmortem findings revealed that she was actually struck by a police bullet, which remained lodged in her body.

Hove was taken to Flex Clinic in Lobengula, where she was pronounced dead shortly before 9 PM. This tragic event has shocked her family, who received confirmation from police officials that her death was due to friendly fire rather than an attack by the robbers she was pursuing.

Family spokesperson Ryan Gambinga expressed the family’s grief and demand for justice, stating, “The family is deeply shocked and troubled by the tragic circumstances surrounding her death,” and emphasized their commitment to uncovering the truth. He called for a comprehensive investigation into the events leading to her death.

In a statement made shortly after her passing, Police Commissioner General Stephen Mutamba announced that comprehensive investigations are underway to clarify the circumstances of the incident. At the time of her death, Hove had recently graduated with a degree in forensic accounting, seeking a career outside of the police force.

Detective Constable Hove was a member of the Lozikeyi team, an all-female group of detectives stationed at Bulawayo Central Police Station. Her unexpected death has raised significant concerns within the community and calls for accountability among law enforcement personnel.

The death of Detective Constable Cassandra Hove has brought considerable grief and calls for transparency from her family and the community. Ultimately, the revelation that her demise resulted from friendly fire rather than an armed confrontation has deepened their pain. With police investigations ongoing, there is a strong emphasis on uncovering the truth surrounding this tragedy and seeking justice for Hove’s untimely passing.

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