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Five Arrested For Siphoning Fuel From Feruka Pipeline

4 months agoMon, 25 Nov 2024 07:23:12 GMT
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Five Arrested For Siphoning Fuel From Feruka Pipeline

A five-man gang was arrested recently for siphoning fuel from the Feruka pipeline. This was revealed during an event where over 40 detectives from various Criminal Investigations Department (CID) sections were recognised for arresting notorious criminals.

As reported by The Herald, detectives from CID Homicide and various regions, including Bulawayo, Mwenezi, Norton, and Marondera, were involved in the operation.

According to an awards citation that was read on Friday, between January and March 2024, reports surfaced about criminals digging one-square-metre pits to access the Feruka pipeline, causing significant fuel theft and damage to the pipeline.

The 287-kilometre-long Feruka pipeline, running from Beira (Mozambique) to Mutare (Zimbabwe), is crucial for the energy supply in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and the Congolese region of Katanga.

Investigations revealed the involvement of an international criminal syndicate, similar to thefts in South Africa where millions of litres of fuel were stolen in 2022.

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The Marondera team revisited crime scenes, identifying overlooked clues. Despite initial challenges, they conducted extensive surveillance and cultivated informants to gather intelligence. Reads the citation in part:

Their commitment to the investigation paid off on 17 March 2024 at around 0300 hours when they received a crucial tip-off regarding further damage to the pipeline.

The team rushed to the scene but unfortunately, arrived after the suspects had fled, leaving them without any immediate evidence.

Undeterred, the detectives utilised the department’s criminal records office, criminal analysis tools, informer network, and surveillance techniques and conducted exhaustive follow-ups.

Their relentless efforts led to the successful apprehension of five suspects in Harare, while three others managed to escape to South Africa.

Information was promptly shared with border control teams and Interpol to pursue the fugitives. Efforts are still underway to ensure that they are brought to book.

The team’s extraordinary perseverance, selflessness, attention to detail and dedication were instrumental in recovering 96 620 litres of stolen fuel valued at approximately US$144 930.

Their work did not only address this serious crime but also played a vital role in protecting the Feruka pipeline, a crucial asset for the country’s economy.

By going the extra mile, the detectives thwarted a syndicate that threatened to bring the economy to a halt, showcasing their unwavering commitment to safeguarding national interests.

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11 Comments

🕺🏋️‍♂️🏃‍♂️ · 4 months ago
Their work did not only address this serious crime but also played a vital role in protecting the Feruka pipeline, a crucial asset for the country’s economy.... benefiting a few 🚹 though
🌄🧱🍓🎊💞🍒🏆🍑🌽🍕👙 · 4 months ago
hmmm 🤔
SADC CHAIRMAN · 4 months ago
And it explains kuzara kwema service station muzim. ask Mukupe and co
Z · 4 months ago
THANX A MILLION ALL THE CID AND PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE GOOD WORK TO SAFEGUARD OUR COUNTRY.
NHONGO · 4 months ago
Ko magetsi ari kubiwawo nani munyiks yeZim
🤣 · 4 months ago
Feruka
Ctrl Alt Del · 4 months ago
ko Dhafukorera nyaya yake yeku inflater ma prices pa zvinhu zvema elections mukuitasei
cde razor wire · 4 months ago
mari irikutsvagiwa neimwe nzira vanhu varikutsvaga mari nyika ngaigadzire mabasa vana vawane pekushanda humbavha hunoita hushoma zvino mari irikungodyiwa vanhu vashomashoma kudenga uko saka humbavha huchakwira kutopfuura izviii
coni · 4 months ago
🚮ko uyu arikubira nyika nema Chinese ake mumubatewo futi
007 · 4 months ago
ma1

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