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MADLAMBUDZI, Plumtree \u2013 A wave of shock and grief has engulfed the villages of Bella and Central in Madlambudzi following a horrific massacre on Wednesday, where a 43-year-old man went on a violent rampage, killing five people and injuring two others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The suspect, Phamani Sibanda, who is believed to be mentally unstable, armed himself with a Mopani log, a blunt object, and a sharp weapon before attacking anyone he came across. The victims of the brutal attack include a 101-year-old man and a 6-year-old girl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The deceased have been identified as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Elliot Khupe 101
\u00b7 Butho Tshuma 97
\u00b7 Constance Sibanda 66
\u00b7 Tiffan Surprise Ndlovu 6
\u00b7 Catra Matsika 72<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In response to the tragedy, the Government has stepped in to provide burial assistance. Officials from the Bulilima district visited the grieving families to offer condolences and confirm the state support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Onesimo Zogara, the Bulilima District Development Coordinator, conveyed the government’s message:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe mourn with the families on this sad, unfortunate tragedy. Government is giving burial assistance through Doves, who are providing coffins, food and tents.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The local community remains numb, with villagers describing the incident as a nightmare that will haunt them for years to come. Police investigations into the matter are ongoing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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