MANY AMAZED "Scopion" WAS A TV STAR
Tanzania: Many Amazed 'Scorpion' Was a TV Star
Dar es Salaam — The
man better known as 'Scorpion,' charged in court on Wednesday for armed
robbery where he gouged the eyes of his victim, is a high profile
figure in the local entertainment industry.
Salumu Mjwete grabbed the limelight when he participated in a social and health marketing reality TV programme.
He is remembered
for his participation in the first season of the Dume Challenge, a
reality TV proramme aimed at promoting the use of condoms among males in
Tanzania that was aired in 2012. It was produced by T-Marc Tanzania and
Population Service International (PSI).
Reports confirm
that Scorpion won the Dume reality TV show that season and the
revelation has shocked fans, with some refusing to believe that the
gentle, amiable man they knew is accused of gruesome acts.
Scorpion, a
resident of Machimbo Rombo in Dar es Salaam, is now in remand after
being charged for armed robbery by the Ilala District Court. He is also
accused of stabbing and gouging out the eyes of Said Ally Mrisho. His
attack went viral and caused panic and fear among Buguruni residents.
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