UPDATE | Youngest victim in Eastern Cape tavern tragedy was 13 years old

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UPDATE | Youngest victim in Eastern Cape tavern tragedy was 13 years old: Cele confirmed that all those who had died in the Eyobeni tavern in Scenery Park, East London, were minors — aged between 13 and 17.

He said he was told by security guards to rush to the scene after the incident had occurred.

He said they usually barred children from entering the facility and once denied entry, those children usually loitered outside the premises.Siyakhangela Ngevu, owner of Enyobeni tavern“I didn't mean for this to happen and I sympathise with them.”Meanwhile, President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences and concern.

Ramaphosa said: “This tragedy is made even more grave by its occurrence during Youth Month — a time during which we celebrate young people, advocate and advance opportunities for improved socioeconomic conditions for the youth of our nation.”Brig Tembinkosi Kinana said they were informed of the incident at around 4am after a call from community members.“The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation.

 

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