Gun in Robert Mugabe's son shooting case still 'missing'

MYSTERY still shrouds the whereabouts of the firearm Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, son of the late Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, allegedly used in an attempted murder case. 

The 28-year-old allegedly shot a 23-year-old gardener on Thursday at a residence in the upmarket Hyde Park, north of Johannesburg where Chatunga Mugabe resides.

The man is currently in critical condition in hospital.

Chatunga Mugabe is expected to appear in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg on Monday in connection with an attempted murder charge.

Gauteng police have confirmed the firearm remained unaccounted for. 

According to police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi, officers responded promptly after receiving a call from private security personnel who flagged them down upon discovering the wounded gardener.

“When we arrived at the scene, we found the man injured,” Nevhuhulwi confirmed.

IOL reports that the victim was transported to the hospital, where he remains in critical condition as medical teams work to stabilise him.

It is reported that evidence was collected from the scene, including a cartridge, yet the firearm used in the attack has not yet been located. Following the incident, two men were taken into custody for questioning and are expected to face charges of attempted murder at the Alexandra Magistrates Court.

IOL reported that the Mugabe family has distanced itself from various statements circulating in the media after the incident, emphasising that these communications do not represent their views or position.

In a statement released through their legal representatives, the family expressed concern about the information being shared, further fueling intrigue about the case.

“We note with concern various statements and communications circulating in the media purporting to represent the views and position of the family,” the statement reads.

Chatunga Mugabe is the youngest son of Robert Mugabe and his second wife, Grace Mugabe.

Cape Times