BY SAMUEL NJINGA IN TRIANGLE.
Tragedy has struck the small town of Triangle following the arrest of Passmore Chikati, who is accused of brutally assaulting his wife while she was carrying their one-month-old baby on her back. The infant later died under harrowing circumstances.
The violent incident, which occurred on Thursday, reportedly stemmed from a domestic dispute between Chikati and his wife, Ropafadzo, regarding the use of a certain contraceptive method. Enraged by the disagreement, Chikati allegedly attacked his wife using a wooden stool and a steel-made crutch. The assault left her severely injured, and tragically, their infant child, strapped to her back during the attack, was also affected.
Three days after the assault, the baby`s condition deteriorated. The child was rushed to Chiredzi General Hospital, but tragically, the baby was pronounced dead upon arrival. While investigations are ongoing, the cause of the death is believed to be linked to the injuries sustained during the brutal attack.
Chikati was arrested shortly after the incident and is now facing serious charges, including domestic violence and potentially more severe charges related to the infant`s death. He remains in police custody pending further investigation.
This tragic case has sparked outrage within the Triangle community, with many calling for justice for both the woman and her deceased child. Local authorities have expressed their concern about rising cases of domestic violence and have urged families to seek peaceful resolutions to disputes.
The funeral for the infant is scheduled to take place in the coming days as the community mourns the senseless loss.