Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries leader, Walter Magaya, in connection with multiple reports of rape and fraud.
According to a statement issued by ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, Magaya was taken into custody early this morning in Harare by a police crack team.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Church leader, Walter Magaya, in connection with several reports of rape and fraud.
“ The suspect was arrested early today by a police crack team,” read the official statement.
Nyathi said more details will be released in due course as investigations continue.
Magaya, who has been one of the most prominent figures in Zimbabwe’s Pentecostal movement, has previously faced various allegations, but has consistently denied wrongdoing.
Police did not disclose further details on the number of complaints received or whether Magaya will appear in court soon.
This is a developing story. NewsDay will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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