Maria David
AN Angolan national, 41-year-old Tjanyangwa Mupolo, was struck and killed by lightning at the Etunda Irrigation Project in Ruacana while working in the field.
The incident occurred around 18:10 on Tuesday, according to Omusati Crime Investigation Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho.
Simaho indicated that it is alleged that the deceased, who was in possession of a cell phone, was cultivating crops in the field. He then later went to a marula tree to wrap the cellphone in a plastic bag to protect it from raindrops. In the process, he was struck by lightning and died instantly.
No foul play is suspected in the incident.
