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The Citizen
15-07-2025
- The Citizen
KZN boy scalded with boiling water, sister assaulted: Uncle to appear in court
KZN boy scalded with boiling water, sister assaulted: Uncle to appear in court A 27-year-old man has been arrested following a violent domestic incident in Nyoni (Mandeni), KZN, on Saturday during which an 18-year-old girl was assaulted and her eight-year-old brother scalded with boiling water. The North Coast Courier reports that, according to iLembe SAPS spokesperson Priya Nunkumar-Bukum, the man – who is the children's uncle – became involved in an argument with the siblings before they were attacked, allegedly by him. 'The eight-year-old was scalded with boiling water and taken to a local clinic for treatment,' said Nunkumar-Bukum. The man was arrested shortly after the incident and is facing charges of attempted murder and assault. He is expected to appear in the Nyoni Magistrate's Court in due course. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
11-07-2025
- The Citizen
Drowned teen fisherman's body recovered in Tugela River
The body of a 19-year-old man was recovered in the Tugela River on Thursday, July 10, a week after he was reportedly swept away by the current. iLembe police communications official Priya Nunkumar-Bukum said the teenager was believed to have been fishing when getting into trouble on July 3. The man's body was spotted by a community member on Wednesday, but it took an extensive search from recovery teams to find him the next day. Saps Search and Rescue were assisted by E2 Partners, IPSS Search and Rescue and Badul Aviation. In a separate suspected drowning incident, police are also searching for a 15-year-old boy who went missing in KwaDukuza. 'In light of these tragedies, Saps is urging the public to exercise caution when visiting rivers, beaches, dams and swimming pools,' said Nunkumar-Bukum. 'Drowning remains a persistent risk, especially during recreational outings.' KwaDukuza Saps have compiled a list of water safety tips: Before entering the sea, swimmers must take time to watch the waves and must avoid places where there is a strong backwash. When swimming, beware of rip currents or a danger of being washed onto the rocks. Check the weather and the tides before you leave home – if the sea is too rough, you could be swept away. Only enter the sea where the waves are straight and gentle. If you experience a strong current, get out of the sea, or at least do not go in deep. Never swim while you are intoxicated. Alcohol impairs judgement and unnecessary risks are taken. An intoxicated swimmer will tire more easily, increasing the chance of an accident or drowning. Check with the lifeguards on duty what the surf conditions are before entering the sea. Only swim in designated areas that are supervised by lifeguards. If the lifeguards give you directions or instructions from the beach, obey them. Look out for warning signs and flags – a red flag means it is dangerous to swim. A red-and-yellow flag means lifeguards are on duty and you should only swim in the area between the flags. Avoid swimming immediately after a big meal, as there is a danger of having cramps. Do not dive into shallow seawater – many people have broken their necks by diving into shallow pools and dams. Do not swim in river mouths, in dirty water, very early in the mornings, early evenings or after it has rained because shark activity increases in these conditions. Never leave a young child unattended near water and never make a child responsible for another child. Teach children to always ask permission to go near water. If a child is missing, check the water first. Time is critical in preventing drowning or permanent disability. Swimming aids, such as water wings or noodles, are fun toys for kids, but they should never be used instead of approved flotation devices. Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
