NEW: Man hides wife’s corpse under bed

The Sunday Mail

Online Reporter

45-year-old Enwell Sitima has been arrested for allegedly fatally assaulting his wife with a hoe, during a domestic dispute.

Sitima accused his wife, Melody Kavipa (34) of having an extra marital affair.

In a statement on Tuesday, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said the victim died on the spot.

“Police in Norton arrested Enwell Sitima (45) in connection with a murder case which occurred on December 16, 2022 at Ardbedeen Farm Compound.

“The suspect struck his wife, Melody Kavipa (34) with a hoe on the neck and back after accusing her of engaging in an extra marital affair,” said police.

“The victim died on the spot and the suspect wrapped the body with a blanket before hiding it under the bed.”