A routine afternoon of play ended in tragedy for a family in Toopera village, Manicaland, this week after a toddler drowned in a water bucket. The one-year-old boy lost his life after a horrifying accident where he tumbled into a bucket of water.
The incident, which occurred on Monday under the jurisdiction of Chief Zimunya, has prompted a stern warning from local authorities about the ever-present dangers that can be found in the home. Police confirmed that the young victim, Brine Nyazire, was playing alongside his seven-year-old brother when the disaster struck.
Brother Discovers Toddler Drowned In Family Home Bucket
According to official reports, the toddler was playing near a 20-litre bucket filled with water. It is believed he fell into the vessel headfirst and was unable to free himself. His young brother was the first to discover the horrifying scene and immediately raced to find their uncle, Bothwell Nyazire (48).
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Acting Manicaland police spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka, provided a solemn account of the events.
“Brine fell headfirst into the 20-litre bucket full of water and drowned. Upon noticing this, his seven-year-old brother ran to call their uncle, Bothwell Nyazire, who rushed to retrieve him, but the toddler was already unconscious,” he stated.
Despite the uncle’s swift efforts to pull the child from the water and frantic attempts to seek medical help, it was already too late. Little Brine was rushed to the nearby Munyarari Clinic, but medical personnel pronounced him dead upon arrival. The body was subsequently transferred to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital for a post-mortem examination as police investigations into the sudden death commenced.
Police Urges Parents To Protect
Assistant Inspector Chinyoka issued a crucial plea to all parents and guardians across the province, urging them to re-evaluate the safety of their children’s environments. He emphasised that constant vigilance is the key to preventing such accidents.
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“We urge all parents and guardians to be proactive in safeguarding their children,” the Assistant Inspector said. “Simple precautions like watching their playing environment and supervising playtime are crucial. It is a responsibility that cannot be delegated.”
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