Valentine’s Day Nightmare: Gweru Man Arrested for Stealing a Taxi in an Attempt to Impress His Girlfriend

Valentine’s Day took an unexpected turn as a 40-year-old man from Gweru was arrested for allegedly stealing a taxi in an attempt to impress his girlfriend.

An Unexpected Twist

According to Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, Midlands Provincial police spokesperson, Mabiginye approached Nigel Gombakomba, a pirate taxi driver, in the bustling Gweru CBD. He hired the taxi under the pretext of visiting his girlfriend to deliver a Valentine’s Day gift.

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The Impressive Drive

Inspector Mahoko stated that during the journey, Mabiginye requested to take the wheel as he was eager to showcase his driving skills and make a lasting impression on his significant other.

The Great Escape

As they reached Lundi Park Shops, the suspect handed the taxi driver US$10, asking him to purchase drinks. Seizing the opportunity, Mabiginye swiftly accelerated the stolen vehicle, leavinG the taxi driver behind.

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The Chase Begins

Undeterred, Gombakomba sought assistance from a fellow motorist and initiated a pursuit of the fleeing taxi. Their determination paid off as they managed to locate Mabiginye at a nearby fuel station, where he was in the process of refueling the stolen car.

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Apprehension and Handover

With the aid of garage security personnel, Mabiginye was successfully blocked and detained. He was subsequently arrested before being handed over to the authorities.

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Consequences Await

The stolen taxi incident has resulted in legal consequences for Amos Mabiginye, who now faces charges related to theft and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.