By A Correspondent| The search for a missing Roman Catholic priest has ended in tragedy following the discovery of his body at Parirenyatwa Hospital mortuary.
Father Regis Chikuni, 58, a senior priest in the Archdiocese of Harare, reportedly went missing on September 5, prompting the Catholic Church to appeal for information from priests, religious communities and members of the faithful.
Four days later, on September 9, the Archdiocese confirmed the devastating news that Father Chikuni had been found dead.
In a death notice issued by the Archdiocese and signed by Archbishop Robert C. Ndlovu’s secretary, Father Ephraim Murwira, the Church said, "Tragically, he was found deceased at the mortuary of Parirenyatwa Hospital."
The announcement brought an abrupt end to efforts to locate the priest, with the Church now mourning his death instead of continuing the search for him.
Father Chikuni was remembered by the Archdiocese as a committed priest whose pastoral service had made a meaningful contribution to the Church and the communities he served.
Offering words of comfort to the Catholic community, the Archdiocese said, "We take comfort in our faith that Father Chikuni has returned to the loving embrace of our Lord."
The circumstances surrounding his death have not yet been made public.
The Archdiocese said details regarding his funeral and burial arrangements would be communicated in due course.
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