Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe Arrested in Johannesburg Shooting Incident, Past Controversies Resurface
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| SPOILED BRAT?: Chatunga Mugabe has been taken in by SAPS for questioning regarding a serious shooting incident at his Johannesburg residence. |
Police have arrested Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, the son of former Robert Mugabe, following a shooting incident at his Hyde Park residence in Johannesburg.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that Mugabe was among two suspects taken into custody on Thursday morning after private security personnel alerted authorities to gunfire at the property. Police say the suspects are expected to face attempted murder charges.
Initially, reports suggested the victim was a security guard, but investigators later confirmed that the victim is a 23-year-old gardener employed at the residence. Preliminary investigations indicate the shooting may have stemmed from a labour dispute between the victim and one of the suspects.
Police recovered a cartridge at the scene and deployed specialised units, including a dog unit, to search for the firearm used in the incident. The victim was rushed to hospital and remains in critical condition, although authorities say they remain hopeful for his recovery.
Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi also dismissed early reports that Mugabe had barricaded himself inside the home, confirming instead that both suspects were cooperating with police.
Not the First Controversy Involving Mugabe and His Family
This latest arrest has revived memories of past controversies involving Mugabe and his family during their time living in South Africa.
In 2017, Mugabe was at the centre of a high-profile incident involving his mother, Grace Mugabe, and South African model Gabriella Engels. The incident occurred at a luxury hotel in Sandton, where Engels had reportedly gone to meet Mugabe. According to Engels, Grace Mugabe entered the hotel room and assaulted her with an electrical extension cord, causing head injuries and bruises.
Reports indicated that Grace Mugabe confronted the young woman after finding her in the company of her sons, including Chatunga. Engels later stated that she was repeatedly struck with the cord and suffered visible injuries that required medical treatment.
The case drew international attention and sparked diplomatic tensions between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Grace Mugabe was granted diplomatic immunity at the time, allowing her to leave the country without facing immediate prosecution, despite the assault allegations.
The Mugabe brothers had already developed a reputation for controversial behaviour while living in Johannesburg, including reports of disruptive conduct at residential complexes and luxury hotels.
Renewed Scrutiny Following Latest Arrest
The latest arrest of Chatunga Mugabe has once again placed the Mugabe family under public scrutiny, particularly given their history of legal and behavioural controversies in South Africa.
Authorities have confirmed that investigations into the shooting are ongoing, and Mugabe and his co-accused are expected to appear in court soon.
The incident has attracted widespread attention in both South Africa and Zimbabwe, where the Mugabe family remains a prominent and polarising political dynasty.
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