Zimbabwean cricketer Tarisai Musakanda has been arrested on a serious charge of attempted murder following a violent domestic dispute with his wife, Tinodiwanashe Makunike, also known as Mai Dewei. Musakanda, who last played international cricket nearly two years ago, has a history of personal and legal troubles. This incident adds another troubling chapter to his life, following a fatal road accident in 2022.
The altercation reportedly occurred when Mai Dewei hired two men to construct a shelter at her vending site. Tensions flared when the men returned to collect their payment, resulting in a confrontation with Musakanda. According to National Police Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the clash quickly escalated.
Witnesses say the disturbing scene unfolded around 3 am, with neighbours being startled awake by Mai Dewei’s cries for help. One neighbour, who spoke anonymously, recounted the harrowing incident.
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“We heard the noise and rushed there,” the neighbor told HMetro. “Musakanda was holding a knife, and his wife was trying to block him. She got injured. When we restrained them, we found that Mai Dewei had been stabbed in the back, so we rushed her to the hospital.”
New: Former Zimbabwe International cricketer Tarisai Musakanda has been arrested for attempted murder for allegedly stabbing his wife, according to H-Metro newspaper.
The paper claims he stabbed her at their home in Kwekwe over a housing disagreement. pic.twitter.com/BSMcEuOSKc
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Tarisai Musakanda allegedly used a kitchen knife to inflict injuries on his wife, resulting in wounds to both her hands and her back. This incident isn’t isolated; the couple has reportedly had previous domestic disputes, including an incident where Musakanda beat her with a bat.
Following the altercation, Musakanda was arrested and is currently being held at Kwekwe Central Police Station. This arrest comes after his involvement in a 2022 road accident that resulted in the death of former tennis player Gwinyai Chingoka. Musakanda was charged with culpable homicide but was later cleared of those charges.
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The recent altercation has sparked concern among those close to the couple, highlighting ongoing issues in their relationship. As investigations continue, the case brings to light a series of troubling incidents involving the cricketer.
