Harare - Zimbabwe police have been given back their policing duties by the military that “stepped-in” to literally run the country’s affairs, resulting in strongman, Robert Mugabe stepping down.
Police took a back seat after the military “took over” government, and placed Mugabe under house arrest until he succumbed to pressure to step down.
Army chiefs promised that the situation will return to normalcy once they have accomplished the mission of bringing to justice criminals around Mugabe.
In a joint statement, the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) and other security organs said the situation in the country had returned to normalcy following the inauguration of Mugabe’s former deputy, Emmerson Mnangagwa as President.
“We wish, therefore, to advise the nation that the Zimbabwe Republic Police is now assuming its role as stipulated in the Constitution of Zimbabwe under Section 219, which among other things mandate the Zimbabwe Republic Police to maintain Law and Order protect and secure the lives and property of the people.
“You will soon notice the ZDF and ZRP members conducting joint patrols, especially in the Harare Central Business District. We urge you all progressive Zimbabweans to respect the country’s laws and cooperate with our officers as they perform their duties,” said Colonel Overson Mugwisi at a press conference.
The statement was co-signed by ZRP Senior Assistant Commissioner, Charity Charamba.
