Staff Reporter

The highly anticipated trial of fugitive murder suspect Peter Dube is set to commence at the Midlands Provincial High Court next Monday after the accused was deemed mentally fit to stand trial.

Dube, a former car dealer based in Gweru, had previously shown signs of mental instability, causing delays in the case.

However, following a psychological evaluation requested by the National Prosecution Authority (NPA), he has been declared competent to face the charges.

Dube is accused of a double murder in a suspected love triangle that shocked the Gweru community.

His victims include Shelton Chiduku, believed to be his second wife’s lover, and Gamuchirai Mudungwe, his wife’s best friend.

In addition to the two fatalities, Dube allegedly shot and injured his wife, Nyasha, and her sister, Nyaradzo, both of whom survived the horrific attack.

The case has drawn widespread attention, given the brutal nature of the crime and the personal relationships involved.

The confirmation of Dube’s mental fitness clears the way for the trial to proceed, putting an end to months of uncertainty surrounding his condition and bringing the victim’s families closer to justice.

In a separate development, the ongoing Midlands Provincial High Court circuit, currently sitting in Gweru and Gokwe, has handled 102 murder cases as it continues its session.

 The efficient handling of such cases highlights the court’s commitment to addressing violent crime and delivering justice to the affected families.

As Dube’s trial moves forward, the public will be watching closely for developments in a case that has gripped the local community.

With the court set to hear testimonies and examine the evidence, the focus will now shift to determining Dube’s culpability in the tragic deaths and the attempted murders of his wife and sister-in-law.