Two Harare bouncers face attempted murder charges

Two bouncers, Blessing Kumunda (36) and Gideon Sanyangore (32) accused of assaulting party goers at a popular spot, Pabloz Night club on Christmas Eve are facing attempted murder charges and the state opposed bail for the two. The charges have not been proven in court as proceedings are continuing.

Attempted murder is a criminal charge that is used to describe when someone tries to kill another person but does not succeed. In most jurisdictions, attempted murder is considered a serious crime and is punishable by imprisonment. The specific legal definition of attempted murder and the penalties associated with it can vary depending on the jurisdiction.

In general, attempted murder involves an intentional act that is meant to cause the death of another person. This means that the person accused of attempted murder must have had the intent to kill the victim.

The intent to kill can be proven through evidence of premeditation, such as if the accused person planned the attack in advance or used a weapon specifically designed to kill.

The act itself does not have to be completed in order for the charge of attempted murder to be made. For example, if a person tries to shoot someone but misses, they can still be charged with attempted murder. Similarly, if a person tries to poison someone but the poison is not strong enough to kill them, they can still be charged with attempted murder.

The penalties for attempted murder can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case and the laws of the jurisdiction. In some cases, attempted murder may be punished as a less serious crime than murder, such as a lesser degree of homicide or assault.

In other cases, attempted murder may be punished as severely as murder, with the same potential sentence of life imprisonment or even the death penalty.

In addition to the criminal penalties, a person who is convicted of attempted murder may also face civil consequences. The victim or their family may be able to file a civil lawsuit against the accused person to seek damages for their injuries or loss.

It is important to note that a person can be charged with attempted murder even if the victim does not actually die. This is because the charge is based on the intent to kill, not the actual result. However, if the victim does die as a result of the act, the accused person may face additional charges such as murder or manslaughter.