Wife Murdered, Police Launch Manhunt for Husband in Mzuzu

Police in Mzuzu have intensified a manhunt for a man identified as Precious, whose last name remains unknown, in connection with the brutal murder of his 29-year-old wife, Love Ipola, in Chibanja Township.
The couple had been in a long-distance marriage for two years, with Ipola residing in Chibanja while her husband worked at Viphya Plantation in Mzimba District.
According to preliminary investigations, Precious returned home on January 27, 2025. That evening, the couple was seen drinking together at a local bar in the area. However, upon returning home around 10:00 PM, neighbors reported hearing loud arguments coming from their house.
The situation turned grim the following morning, January 28, 2025, when Ipola’s lifeless body was discovered lying on the veranda of their house in a pool of blood. Concerned neighbors alerted the police, who quickly responded to the scene. Detectives found blood stains and a broken empty bottle, believed to be a possible murder weapon.
The victim’s body has since been transported to Mzuzu Central Hospital mortuary, where a post-mortem examination will determine the exact cause of death.
Police in Mzuzu have assured the public that efforts are underway to track down Precious, who is currently on the run. “We are doing everything possible to apprehend the suspect and bring him to justice,” said a spokesperson for the police.
Authorities are also calling on couples to address domestic issues peacefully and to report any instances of domestic violence to law enforcement. “We urge couples to seek help from our Victim Support Unit or any nearest police station. Violence is never the answer,” the spokesperson added.
The late Love Ipola hailed from Mwasulumba Village, Traditional Authority Kiripula in Karonga District. Her untimely death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with many calling for swift justice in the case.
The police have appealed to the public to provide any information that could help locate the suspect.