a 41 year old arrested for beating 5 year old

CHALI MULENGA

Livingstone

Police in Choma have arrested a 41-year-old woman for allegedly assaulting her 5-year-old niece, leaving the child with swollen legs and severe bruises along her back.

Southern Province Commanding Officer Auxensio Daka said the incident was reported on April 24 by a concerned resident of Shampande township.

He confirmed the incidence which happened in Choma.

He said the abuse, which is believed to have taken place between January and April 2025, allegedly involved repeated beatings using a stick.

Mr Daka said the suspect, identified as Scentia Hanchancha of Shampande B township.

He said the suspect told police that the beatings were punishment for the child frequently soiling her clothes.

He said the young girl is now in the custody of the Department of Social Welfare, as authorities have not yet located any close relatives to take her in.

Mr Daka said the police have opened a case docket and issued a medical report form for the victim.

He said Hanchancha was apprehended shortly after the report and is currently in police custody.

Mr Daka said she is expected to appear in court soon to face charges related to child assault.

He called on members of the public to report any suspected cases of child abuse in their communities.

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