By Own Correspondent| A 16 year old boy, who was a student at a private college in Dzivarasekwa Harare drowned in a pit at Tiger Bricks around 4pm (Sunday).

The minor’s body, whose name has been withheld, was however retrieved.

Shocked residents who gathered at the site where the unfortunate incident occurred called on local authorities to cover all pits as a matter of urgency as the country gears for the rainy season.

Said a man who identified himself as David Dube:

“It is sad to lose such a young life. While the circumstances to his death are not very clear neither have they been confirmed, the city father’s should ensure that they cover all these pits in order to protect our children from drowning as we approach the rainy season.”

This is a developing story. More details to follow.

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