Kwekwe Residents in Shock After Stray Dog Eats Newborn Baby

Kwekwe residents have been left reeling in shock after a stray dog eats a newborn baby that had been deserted in Mbizo.

The Mbizo 19 neighbourhood remains in a state of profound distress following the grim discovery of a stray dog feeding on human infant remains earlier this week.

This is the second gruesome dog attack that has happened in Zimbabwe that led to the death of a human. Recently, Zimbabweans mourned a Bluffhill man who was attacked by a neighbour’s pitbull.

Stray Dog Eats Baby In Kwekwe

Local witnesses told Newsday that the traumatic scene was seen near an unfinished church building, where community members spotted the canine with what appeared to be neonatal remains.

The exact circumstances leading to the infant’s presence at the location remain undetermined, including whether the child was alive when abandoned.

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“Law enforcement officials collected the remains for forensic examination and mortuary preservation while investigators work to piece together this heartbreaking case,” a shaken resident revealed.

Growing Concerns Over Dog Attacks

Stray dog eats newborn baby in Kwekwe-Image Source@citezw

This tragic event follows recent public protests about dangerous dog encounters across the region, particularly involving aggressive pit bull attacks on civilians. This latest ncident has intensified calls for better animal control measures and support systems for desperate mothers.

Authorities have yet to release an official statement, with Midlands police spokesperson Emmanuel Mahoko unavailable for comment at press time. Community leaders are urging anyone with information about potential parents or witnesses to come forward.

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Investigation Underway

Forensic specialists and social workers are collaborating to determine whether this case involves criminal negligence, intentional abandonment, or other unlawful actions. Child welfare organisations have emphasised the importance of safe surrender options for unwanted pregnancies.

The community members who witnessed the scene has prompted local health officials to organise trauma counselling services in the affected area.