A 45-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly killing his pregnant daughter and his wife in a violent incident in Kadoma, according to the Zimbabwe Republic Police.
Police said the suspect, identified as Obert Namurokosi, is in custody following the deaths of his wife, Cynthia Namurokosi, 45, and their daughter, Takudzwa Namurokosi, 23, who was heavily pregnant.
“The ZRP confirms the arrest of Obert Namurokosi (45) in connection with two cases of murder which occurred on 03/05/26 in Victory Park, Kadoma,” police said. Authorities stated that the incident began as a domestic dispute at the family home. Cynthia reportedly left on May 2, 2026, and sought refuge at her daughter’s residence in Victory Park.
“The suspect allegedly had a domestic dispute with his wife, Cynthia Namurokosi (45), who sought refuge at their daughter, Takudzwa Namurokosi (23)’s residence on 02/05/26,” the statement added.
Police said the situation escalated the following day when the suspect allegedly tracked her to the residence. “On the following day, the suspect reportedly followed her there, armed with a kitchen knife and attacked both victims.”
According to the police, the daughter, who was nine months pregnant, was attacked first. “He allegedly stabbed his daughter, who was nine months pregnant, multiple times before turning on his wife, whom he stabbed on the neck.”
Both victims later died from their injuries. “Both victims succumbed to the injuries.” Police did not provide separate details about the unborn child.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police used the incident to reiterate concerns about domestic violence, urging peaceful conflict resolution. “No to domestic violence and murder,” the statement said. Authorities have not yet confirmed when the suspect will appear in court, while investigations remain ongoing.