In a shocking turn of events, a Harare man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the heinous crime of raping his own 18-year-old daughter.
The 37-year-old accused, who cannot be named to protect the victim’s identity, was arraigned before the Harare Magistrates’ Court on rape charges. The disturbing incident occurred on March 2nd, 2024, when the father collected his daughter from Epworth, where she had been staying with his sister.
According to National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe, as the pair neared Athlone Park, the father allegedly fondled his daughter’s breasts and demanded that she engage in ƨǝxuɑl intercourse with him. When the young woman refused, citing their biological relationship, the father is said to have tripped her to the ground, torn her clothes, and proceeded to rape her.
The traumatized victim promptly reported the matter to the police, leading to the father’s arrest. Despite pleading not guilty, the accused was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years in prison, a sentence that reflects the gravity of his abhorrent actions.
