Police in Chiredzi have arrested Alex Muchocha who allegedly murdered his girlfriend and dumped her at a dumping site.

The police confirmed the arrest on their Twitter handle and applauded residents for giving them a tip-off.

"The ZRP confirms the arrest of Alex Muchocha (45) in connection with the murder of his ex-girlfriend Mercy Zibhowa at Chiredzi Dumping Site on 22/11/21.
The suspect was arrested in Hippo Valley on 28/11/21 following a tip of from members of the public," reads the tweet.

"Meanwhile, the ZRP applauds members of the public for supplying  vital information leading to the arrest of the suspect."