North West Premier Thandi Modise is saddened by the untimely death of three toddlers who died in a disused fridge in Vrisgewaagte Village, outside Mafikeng last Friday.
“We send our heartfelt condolences to the families affected by this tragedy. We again appeal strongly to our people to get rid of unused items around their homes that may unsuspectingly become a death trap for children,” cautioned Premier Modise.
She says the provincial government will be deploying officials to visit the family to determine the extent of the assistance they might need during this trying time.
Five-year-old Skhukhuza Stuurman and two of his neighbours, three-year-old Rorisang Medupi and four-year-old Onalena Medupi’s bodies were found in the fridge last week Friday after missing for more than twelve hours.
It is suspected that the children were playing when they somehow landed in the fridge.
Police say investigations are underway but no foul play is suspected at this stage.
Premier Modise says parents must be circumspect about derelict objects that create unsafe environments for children and that children must not be left unattended for lengthy periods.
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