Toddler scalded to death after pulling bucket of hot water
An eight-month-old infant in Epworth, Zimbabwe, died after suffering severe burns from a bucket of hot water. Police are investigating the incident and have issued a warning to parents regarding child safety.
Why it matters
This tragic accident highlights the importance of household safety and child supervision to prevent preventable domestic injuries.
AN eight-month-old baby girl died last week after sustaining serious burns when she pulled a bucket of hot water over herself at a house in Epworth, police have said.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident happened on October 21, 2026.
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