ZRP.Officers Live Rural Life in City

Officers told The Zimbabwean that they had been living a rural life in the heart of the city, using firewood for cooking and candles for light.They said they were now fearful that, with elections approaching, they could be attacked by opposition supporters at night, as the police had been always accused of being aligned to the ruling party, Zanu (PF).Police Commissioner Augustine Chihuri warned that the police would not hesitate to use force, including firearms, against mischief-makers during the election period. Political analysts said the statement referred to the opposition parties.It’s no longer safe for us, said another police officer. We can be attacked any time.Home Affairs Minister Kembo Mohadi said he had not been told about the issue, but would look into it.