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Stationary scotchcart accident claims one
30 Jun 2013 at 07:27hrs | Views
A six-year-old girl in Chivi died last week after she was crushed by a scotchcart she was playing in.
Masvingo police spokesperson Inspector Peter Zhanero confirmed the death of Chiedza Gono of Gono area under Headman Makonese.
On the evening of June 25, Chiedza was playing with her sister Lana in a stationary scotch-cart at their home. Chiedza dangled from the side, resulting in the cart moving backwards.
She then fell and was crushed. She sustained injuries in the jaw, neck and chest.
Her aunties, who were washing the dishes nearby, rushed to the scene after hearing screams.
Chiedza was pronounced dead upon arrival at Chivi District Hospital.
Masvingo police spokesperson Inspector Peter Zhanero confirmed the death of Chiedza Gono of Gono area under Headman Makonese.
On the evening of June 25, Chiedza was playing with her sister Lana in a stationary scotch-cart at their home. Chiedza dangled from the side, resulting in the cart moving backwards.
Her aunties, who were washing the dishes nearby, rushed to the scene after hearing screams.
Chiedza was pronounced dead upon arrival at Chivi District Hospital.
Source - sundaymail
