Over 50 families in Zimbabwe's Chilonga area have been victimized by cattle thieves, losing between 10 and 15 cattle each, resulting in over 200 head of cattle stolen. Despite several arrests and reports to the police, the victims allege that the case is being mishandled and that authorities, butchery owners, and an abattoir are complicit in the crime. Six suspects have been arrested and 27 cattle worth US$8,100 have been recovered, but the villagers' demands for an investigation into police corruption and the closure of Chambuta Police Station due to inefficiency and alleged corruption only heighten the tension. The police spokesperson remains unaware of the allegations against the local police and promises further investigation.