Chinese national Chen Mo Yun, 44, was expelled from Zimbabwe on suspicion of orchestrating an unlawful cremation connected to a woman’s unexplained death in Harare. Investigative findings linked Chen to illegal cremation activities led to his escort out of Harare last Wednesday.
Five Co-Accused Deported Earlier This Year
In a related case earlier this year, five other Chinese nationals were fined and deported after being convicted of unlawfully cremating a woman identified as Huang Tian Song. The accused, Chen Ying (44), Xia Wexing (40), Guo Weilin (32), Yan Qi (36), and Wang Huasheng (35), admitted to their involvement in obtaining a fraudulent burial order. They claimed they had familial consent, which was later proven false.
The five men faced a penalty of US$200 each before being swiftly deported back to China, where further investigations reportedly implicated Chen Mo Yun as the operation’s ringleader.
Allegations of Mafia-Style Operations
According to sources, Chen’s deportation was requested by Chinese authorities after the five deported individuals provided statements linking him to broader illegal activities. These allegations suggest that Chen was at the helm of a mafia-like organization operating within Harare, raising concerns about his influence and the nature of his activities.
Mysterious Death and Illegal Cremation
Huang Tian Song passed away under unclear circumstances at the Trauma Centre in Borrowdale, Harare, on May 22. Following her death, the convicted individuals collaborated to secure a burial order, falsely claiming to have authorization from her relatives. The motives behind the illegal cremation remain undisclosed, fueling speculation about potential foul play or the concealment of critical evidence.
Authorities are yet to clarify what the accused individuals were attempting to hide by cremating Huang Tian Song’s body.
Chinese investigators are expected to continue probing Chen Mo Yun’s operations, which could potentially unearth further details about his alleged mafia-style dealings and their impact on local communities.
