Reports reaching Avant publications indicate that James Gondwe, a Mzuzu University lecturer was yesterday nabbed by the police for allegedly raping his housemaid and spent a night in custody.
James Gondwe, 46, raped his maid aged 20 on December 30, 2020 after his initial proposal for a sexual relationship to the young lady was turned down. Mr. Gondwe took advantage of the maid when the two were alone in Chiputula township when his other family members had gone for a Christmas and New year holiday.
The maid who was employed by Mr Gondwe comes from Dowa District. According to the police report, Mr Gondwe raped the victim at the servant’s quarters where she was residing within his compound. The maid reported the matter to the police on Sunday, 3rd January which led to the arrest of the suspect.
Meanwhile, Paul Tembo who is the Mzuzu Police assistant spokesperson confirmed the arrest and says that the suspect will appear before court soon to be formally charged.
But as we were going to the press, reports indicate that Mr Gondwe has been let free as the maid withdrew the case due to some irregularities.
Mr Gondwe hails from Chatanga Village, Traditional Authority Chikulamayembe in Rumphi District.
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