Two sets of twins killed in Mpumalanga blaze
A fire at an informal settlement in Mpumalanga claimed the lives of two set of twins in the early hours of Monday morning.
The two sets of twins, between the ages of eight and 13, were burnt beyond recognition when their shack caught alight at Marikana Informal Settlement in Hendrina.
Police spokesperson Selvy Mohlala says it is believed that the mother had left the twins in the care of their teenage brother.
"It is further alleged that the 33-year-old mother of the deceased left them three days ago in the care of their 17-year-old brother. When the fire broke out, the brother tried to save the lives of his siblings but couldn't as the fire was already at an advanced stage.
"The mother and the 17-year-old boy have been taken to hospital in Middelburg as they are in a state of shock.
"It is not yet confirmed what might be the cause of the fire, but loose cables were visible on the ground, which prompt a suspicion that there may have been an illegal connection of electricity."
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