By Meditation Mposi
A 57-year-old woman from Triangle is suspected to have been struck by lightning after her body was found with multiple burn injuries following heavy rains that hit the area on November 27.
Masvingo Acting Provincial Police Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Masauso Patinyu confirmed the incident and urged the public to seek shelter in safe places when it is raining.
“I can confirm the incident of a woman who was found dead with multiple burns on her body during heavy rains that hit the area recently. I urge members of the public to stay in safe places and avoid standing near tall objects when it’s raining to avoid deaths by lightning,” said Patinyu.
Circumstances are that on November 27 at around 1200hours Triangle received a heavy downpour with thunderstorms and lightning.
The deceased, Gripper Chinhongo, from Village 4, Chief Neromwe Triangle, who was staying alone was found lying on a footpath.
Police identified multiple burn injuries on her body especially on the stomach and left hand. Her clothes were torn, looking like they were burnt by fire.
The body was taken to Chiredzi General Hospital for postmortem.
