28-year-old man from Highwood Phase 2 in Concession has been convicted of unlawful entry after being caught wearing a victim’s stolen jacket.
Marlvin Chakanyuka was found to have stolen the jacket and other belongings in August 2025 before being recognised by the 46-year-old victim.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe, Chakanyuka entered the victim’s room while he was away and took a stonewash jean jacket, jean trousers, sneakers, a red and black Bluetooth speaker, and a blue and white blanket valued at USD85.
On 25 August 2025, at about 1:00 p.m., the victim spotted Chakanyuka wearing the stonewash jacket while walking through the neighbourhood. When confronted, Chakanyuka fled before authorities could be alerted.
Chakanyuka was later convicted and sentenced to 24 months. The court suspended seven months for five years on condition of good behaviour, one month on the condition that he restitutes USD85 to the complainant, and sixteen months on the condition that he completes 560 hours of community service.
In a statement, the National Prosecuting Authority said it “reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding communities against unlawful entry and theft.”
The case follows a similar October incident in Mbare, where two men were jailed after being caught wearing clothing they had stolen during a break-in. The pair had taken groceries, clothing, and household items valued at around USD500 and were convicted of unlawful entry by the Mbare Magistrates’ Court.
