A Zimbabwean woman, identified to be Blessing Chiromonyo has been arrested for allegedly k!lling her children following suspicions that her husband was cheating on her.
The 25-year-old suspect, was detained on charges of murder after the tragic incident which occurred on January 8, 2025, at a water canal in Section 4 of Triangle, Masvingo.
According to a statement from the police on X, Chiromonyo took her two daughters, aged three and seven, to the canal and jumped into the water with them in an apparent murder-su!cide attempt.
The strong currents swept the children away, leading to their drowning, while Chiromonyo managed to escape unharmed.
Initial investigations indicate the tragedy stemmed from a domestic dispute.
Chiromonyo reportedly accused her husband of infidelity, which led to a heated argument.
Neighbors heard raised voices before the altercation escalated into the heartbreaking incident that claimed the lives of the two children.
Local authorities are on going with their investigations, and Chiromonyo remains in custody facing murder charges pending further legal proceedings.
