Man sets ex-wife and her 2 kids on fire for rejecting his s3xual advances



Friday, July 4, 2025 - A Zimbabwean woman and her two young children narrowly survived a brutal arson attack allegedly carried out by her ex-husband, who set their home on fire after she rejected his s3xual advances.

The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning as 29-year-old Dorcas Mutengwa and her children, aged three and seven, slept in their home. Mutengwa was jolted awake by the smell of gasoline and the sight of flames engulfing her bedroom

Despite suffering severe burns, Mutengwa managed to rescue both children from the fire. Her seven-year-old son sustained burns to his hands and nose, while the toddler was injured on her right ear.

Authorities have identified the alleged attacker as Mutengwa’s estranged husband, Paul Zuze. Court documents show a history of violence and threats. In November, Zuze was arrested for violating a protection order after allegedly threatening Mutengwa with a kitchen knife when she refused his s3xual demands.

Neighbours reported seeing a man fleeing the scene in a car that matched Zuze’s vehicle. Fire investigators later confirmed that gasoline had been poured on the roof of the house before it was ignited, leading to a blaze that destroyed most of the family’s belongings, including furniture, appliances, and clothing.

Local residents rushed to help extinguish the fire and provided immediate aid to the injured family. The shocking attack has reignited calls for stronger protections for domestic abuse survivors and more rigorous enforcement of court-issued protection orders.

Community leaders condemned the incident and urged the government to bolster support services for victims of domestic violence. Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to locate and apprehend the suspect.

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