A 22-year-old man, Milder Madyembeu, has been arrested in Kariba for the alleged murder of his eight-year-old nephew, Nico Mujoni. Police say Madyembeu allegedly assaulted the child with a Mopane stick during a homework session after the boy failed to master certain concepts.
Kariba Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing 8-Year-Old Nephew Over Homework
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Siakobvu, Kariba, for the alleged murder of his eight-year-old nephew, Nico Mujoni.
The incident reportedly occurred on October 21, 2026, at Siachitondo Village in the Kauzhumba area. According to police, the suspect, Milder Madyembeu, was helping the child with schoolwork when he allegedly became angry after the boy struggled to master the concepts.
Madyembeu is accused of assaulting the child with a Mopane stick, leaving him with serious injuries that later proved fatal.
Police in Siakobvu have confirmed the arrest and are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. The suspect is expected to appear in court soon.
