The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has resolved to reward informers whose tips result in arrests and subsequent convictions.
Addressing a crime awareness campaign at Gumbo Business Centre in Zaka, Acting District Criminal Investigations Officer (CIO) for Masvingo/Chiredzi, Superintendent Naboth Nyachega, said informers would only be paid once their information has been verified.
He added that the fear of reporting crimes or giving evidence in court allows many offenders to evade justice.
“We are happy that we have a budget that if someone informs us that someone committed a crime, we investigate, arrest the person and then go to our superiors and have the money released to the informer,” said Nyachega.
“That money is there for people who give us information about those who commit crimes, especially murderers and thieves.
“We hear people discussing criminals in communities, but when it comes to recording statements and testifying in court, no one comes forward.
“You may know someone who commits crimes in different places, but you keep quiet. Help us with information so communities become safe.”
Nyachega further urged communities to refrain from harbouring wanted criminals, saying such protection enables them to reoffend.
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