Second Drowning in a Week Shakes Seshego, Limpopo
An 11-year-old boy drowned while attempting to cross a water stream with his siblings in Sengatane village, just outside Polokwane.
This tragedy comes on the heels of a similar incident in Makgodu, where two youths lost their lives while swimming, sending shockwaves through the community.
The body of an 11-year-old boy was retrieved from a river in a Limpopo village after he drowned while crossing with his two siblings.
Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, the provincial police spokesperson in Limpopo, shared the details of the recent incident.
“According to the information, three siblings, aged three, 11, and 13, were walking between Sengatane and Jerusalem villages, crossing a water stream unattended,” said Ledwaba.
The unfortunate incident unfolded when the 11-year-old boy faced difficulties in the water and tragically drowned
His 13-year-old sibling, realizing the severity of the situation, rushed back home to report the incident to the elders.
Upon reaching the scene, the elders discovered the lifeless body of the 11-year-old floating in the river.
“They managed to retrieve the body from the water, and the victim was certified dead on the scene by the paramedics,” explained Ledwaba.
Seshego drownings
This incident marks the second drowning in less than a week in the Seshego policing area, following the recent tragedy in Makgodu.
Major General Jan Scheepers, the acting provincial commissioner of police in Limpopo, expressed concern over the recurring incidents and called on parents and guardians to prioritize the safety of their children.
“Take extra care and be cautious for the safety of your children to avoid these unintended consequences,” urged Scheepers.
The local community is grappling with the shock of losing young lives to water-related accidents, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the recent drowning.
A thorough autopsy will also be conducted to determine the exact cause of the 11-year-old boy’s tragic death.
As Seshego mourns the loss of yet another young soul to the unforgiving waters, the call for collective responsibility and vigilance echoes louder than ever.
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