Monday, July 14, 2025 - A 19-year-old woman from Makwika Village in Hwange has been sentenced to prison after launching a violent assault on her husband, which included grabbing his genitals and pouring boiling water on him. The attack reportedly occurred after the husband confronted her over suspicious messages found on her phone.
According to details presented at the Hwange Magistrate’s
Court, the incident happened on 2 June 2025. The National Prosecuting Authority
of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) said the woman, whose identity was not disclosed in court
papers, reacted with violence when questioned by her husband about the
messages.
“She slapped him, grabbed his private parts, dragged him
into the kitchen, and poured boiling water on his lower body, causing serious
injuries,” the NPAZ said in a statement issued on 9 July.
A neighbour who attempted to intervene was also attacked and
scalded with boiling water on her chest, resulting in her hospitalisation.
“A concerned neighbour who attempted to intervene was also
burnt with boiling water on her chest and was hospitalised,” the NPAZ added.
Both victims were rushed to hospital for emergency
treatment. A police report was later filed at ZRP Hwange, leading to the
woman’s arrest and eventual prosecution.
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