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A young boy reportedly lost his life on Friday, March 20, 2026, after falling into a water well while cleaning it shortly after the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer at Blackhall Road in Freetown.
According to a report received by Sierraloaded, the incident occurred around 12 noon when the boy went to clean the well. Details surrounding the circumstances of the accident remain limited, but sources confirmed that the boy tragically drowned during the activity.
The city fire force responded to the scene and retrieved the boy’s body from the well. Authorities and witnesses have urged residents to exercise caution around water wells, particularly after heavy communal activities.
The community has expressed shock over the incident, and prayers are being offered for the boy’s soul, while family members are mourning their loss.
Reports confirmed that local residents and officials are calling for increased awareness of water well safety to prevent similar accidents in the future.
