Tragic Accident: Baby Girl Dies After Falling Into Bucket of Hot Water in Kambuzuma

Tragedy as 6-Month-Old Baby Dies After Falling Into Bucket of Hot Water

A heartbreaking incident has left a Harare family in mourning after their six-month-old baby tragically died after falling into a bucket of hot water.

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Police Confirm Devastating Incident

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident through a statement on social media.

“A tragic incident occurred in which a baby girl (6 months) died upon admission at a local hospital in Harare after falling into a 20-litre bucket filled with hot water on 15 November 2024 at a house in Kambuzuma 5, Harare,” reads part of the statement.

According to police, the bucket had been left near the couch where the baby was seated.

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Family in Shock

The tragic accident has left the family in shock. Neighbours described the scene as “devastating.”

“The mother of the victim had left the bucket near a couch where the baby was sitting,” the ZRP added.

Authorities have not yet provided further details surrounding the incident.