A 6-year-old boy has reportedly drowned in a pit at Beckle Street, Wellington. The accident occurred after the boy had been missing for three days, with his body found floating in a water-covered pit.

Community members believe the boy may have drowned in the pit, which was originally dug for toilet purposes but lacked any protective barriers. Due to recent rainfall, the pit became flooded, making discovery difficult.

An eyewitness, a passerby, alerted the community to the presence of the body in the pit. The tragic incident has raised serious concerns about public safety and negligence regarding unprotected pits in the area. police are currently on the scene, and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.