Seven Schoolchildren Die In Kombi Fire
Written by Skyz Metro FM on June 11, 2026
SFM NEWS
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the deaths of seven schoolchildren following a tragic vehicle fire at Chirandu Business Centre in Senga, Gweru, on Wednesday afternoon.
In a statement, police said a kombi believed to have been carrying 24 schoolchildren caught fire at about 2:30 PM on 10 June 2026.
Preliminary investigations suggest the vehicle may have been carrying a jerry can containing petrol at the time of the incident.
Police have launched comprehensive investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and have indicated that further details will be released as information becomes available.
Authorities have appealed for patience as the verification of casualties and the identification of victims continue.
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