BIRMINGHAM, UK — In a deeply disturbing incident that has shocked the local community, a male carer originally from Zimbabwe, identified as Modekai Chivasa, was arrested on Thursday afternoon at the Willow Grove care home. Chivasa, aged 42, is alleged to have engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct—referred to in Shona as “kurara”—with eight elderly residents, all of whom were in various stages of physical or cognitive impairment. Authorities confirmed that he is facing multiple charges, including abuse of a vulnerable adult and gross misconduct, following an internal complaint made by another employee.
Police say the investigation began when several residents displayed signs of emotional distress, prompting staff to review overnight logs and CCTV footage. What emerged, they report, were multiple instances across recent weeks in which Chivasa was seen entering the residences of these patients during unscheduled hours. The care home’s manager expressed shock and regret, stating that Chivasa had been with the facility for over two years without prior incident. "We are utterly devastated by these allegations and are fully cooperating with law enforcement to support all residents involved," they added.
In the wake of the revelations, Willow Grove has temporarily suspended its overnight staff rota and is arranging independent welfare checks on all residents. The company that operates the care home has launched an external review of its hiring, supervision, and reporting practices. Meanwhile, community advocates are urging for broader safeguards, including more rigorous background checks and frequent staff training on safeguarding vulnerable adults. Chivasa is currently being held in police custody, where he awaits a pretrial court hearing later this month.
