Father Arrested for concealing Murder of Six-Year-Old Daughter Allegedly Abused by Step-Mother.
A Bulawayo man David Zhou, has been arrested in connection with the murder of his six-year-old daughter who allegedly died after being physically abused by her stepmother.
Bulawayo Police Spokesperson, Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the arrest of David Zhou (47) and said that the now deceased and his elder sister an 8 year older sister were staying with their father and stepmother, Priscilla Muchape (33) is still at large.
Woken at Night
“On the 26th of May 2023 the now deceased and her elder sister were awakened by their step mother Pricilla Muchape during the night to go to the toilet,” Inspector Ncube said.
He added, “The now Deceased refused to wake up and this angered their stepmother who assaulted her with open hands, kicking her stomach and pushed her against the wall. The now deceased collapsed after screaming once which prompted the father to wake up from the bedroom where he was sleeping.”
First Aid
Inspector Ncube revealed that the duo tried to render first aid but to no avail. They then hired a motor vehicle and quickly ferried the now deceased to United Bulawayo Hospitals.
Upon arrival at the hospital the father lied to the medical personnel that the now deceased was an epileptic patient who suffered from severe fits, she collapsed and hit her head against the wall under severe seizures.
Postmortem
A postmortem was done on the 29th of May 2023 and the results however, indicated that the cause of death was natural as the child suffered brain injury with multiple injuries, a fresh cut on the left ear, legs, feet and a swollen head.
Investigations revealed that the now deceased was not epileptic instead the injuries she suffered were due to abuse by her stepmother. David Zhou was arrested and Priscilla Muchape is still at large.
In light of the incident, Inspector Ncube warned members of the public not to conceal crimes to save relationships.
Stand Up for What is Right
“Members of the public are warned not to cover up for crimes no matter how good the relationship is,” said Inspector Ncube. He added, “We appeal to members of the public with information that may lead to the arrest of the accused person to come forward.”
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