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Mambwe Teen on the Run over Alleged Cow Bestiality
A 19-year-old man is on the run after allegedly sexually abusing a cow in Saliya-Tengeni Bwino farming area, Chief Msoro, of Mambwe District. Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed that Police at Msoro Police Post received the report on November 4, 2026…
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A 19-year-old man is on the run after allegedly sexually abusing a cow in Saliya-Tengeni Bwino farming area, Chief Msoro, of Mambwe District.
Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed that Police at Msoro Police Post received the report on November 4, 2026, at 15:40 hours.
The incident allegedly occurred on November 3 around 11:00 hours.
According to the owner of the black cow valued at K7,500, the suspect was allegedly caught in the act by a female aged 25, who was on her way to draw water from a nearby farm.
It is alleged that she found the suspect Tyson Phiri aged 19 struggling to tie the animal in bushes about 20 metres from the road.
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On her return, she allegedly found him half-naked, having carnal knowledge of the cow, whose front and behind legs were tied with fibre ropes.
The suspect reportedly pleaded with her not to tell anyone, saying it was his first time.
A manhunt has been launched.
Source: Diamond TV Zambia — Read more
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