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Nine-year-old girl and her brother, 4, die after drowning in pond

The children's mother said she remains shocked and was still trying to make sense of her children’s death

October 6, 2022
Fanie Mthupha Less than a minute
The children drowned when they fell into this pond on the residential property in Parkdene.

The Advertiser is investigating the full details concerning the drowning of two siblings, aged four and nine, at a residential estate in Parkdene, on October 2.

The children drowned in a pond on the estate premises, which is apparently used for irrigation. They were learners at the nearby Curro Academy.

The Boksburg Police have opened an inquest docket. The full story to follow online soon.

   

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October 6, 2022
Fanie Mthupha Less than a minute

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Fanie Mthupha

Fanie joined Boksburg Advertiser over 14 years ago – covering a wide range of issues under the sun. He rose up the ranks from mid-level to senior journalist & became a news-editor. He studied journalism at Damelin & went on to complete his Diploma in Media Practices course at BMH – focusing on print and online media. He loves acting as the eyes and ears of the public.

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