Summary
Robert Mugabe Jr., the son of Zimbabwe's former President Robert Mugabe, appeared in a Harare court accused of having drugs. Police arrested him for driving the wrong way on a one-way street and allegedly finding cannabis in his possession. His lawyer disputes the charges and police reports.
Key Facts
- Robert Mugabe Jr., aged 33, was arrested in Harare for allegedly possessing cannabis.
- Police stopped him for driving the wrong way on a one-way street and found two small sachets of cannabis.
- Mugabe Jr.'s lawyer plans to challenge the charges, questioning the police's account of events.
- Police also arrested five others linked to a "syndicate" with Mugabe Jr., finding more drugs.
- Mugabe Jr. appeared in court and will remain in custody until a bail ruling.
- Previously, he faced legal issues in 2023 but settled out of court.
- His father, Robert Mugabe Sr., led Zimbabwe for 37 years before being replaced in 2017.
- Relations between the Mugabe family and current President Mnangagwa were tense but later reconciled.
