LYDENBURG- Police are investigating an inquest case following the tragic drowning of a 10-year-old boy at Kwena Dam on Sunday, 26 October 2025.
According to information received, upon arrival at the scene, police found that the boy had already been certified dead by paramedics. The boy’s mother, Dipolelo Baadjie, informed police that the family had been fishing and relaxing at the dam when the incident occurred. The children were reportedly playing near the water when she heard them screaming for help. The boy’s father managed to rescue one of the children; however, another child, identified as Moeketsi Baadjie unfortunately drowned.
Divers from the SAPS K9 Units in Lydenburg and White River responded and successfully retrieved the body at approximately 17:30.
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As the festive season approaches, police continue to urge members of the public to remain vigilant, supervise children closely near bodies of water, and refrain from consuming alcohol while visiting rivers and dams. During this period, several drowning incidents are often reported, many of which could be prevented through caution and awareness.
