A Police has died in Zambia after a pit latrine in which he was bathing in collapsed, leaving his wife injured.
And Inspector General of Police Kakoma Kanganja has expressed regret at the death of the officer.
Zambia Police Public Relations Officer Esther Katongo has confirmed and identified the officer as McGregory Jere 33.
“Sergeant McGregory Jere aged 33, a police officer from Para Military died while his wife Lungowe Silume aged 30 survived with injuries after a pit latrine where they were bathing from collapsed due to the heavy down pour yesterday, 12th November, 2020 at about 22:00 hours. The said victims were rescued by members of the public and the fire Brigade and rushed them to Matero Level one Hospital where sergeant McGregory Jere aged 33 was pronounced dead while his wife is admitted to the same Hospital,” Katongo said.
“The body of the deceased is in the mortuary awaiting postmotem. Police have opened an enquiry in the matter.”
She said Kanganja has since wished the bereaved family God’s grace during this trying moment.