Judge worried at delays in 'hired killers' case

The three Zimbabweans, who are currently in prison, were initially charged with the accused person but have since turned accomplice witnesses. Chinhengo expressed concern as the matter was postponed again saying that the witnesses in prison are due to be released sometime next month and when freed they would be deported, which might impact the case negatively.

"Because they are foreign nationals, they will have to be deported after serving their term," said Judge Chinhengo. "So if they complete their sentence next month, and are deported to their country of origin, the state might find it difficult to secure them for trial. Even if they could secure their attendance, it will be expensive," added Judge Chinhengo.