By: ANG Reporter
The 21 teenagers killed mysteriously at the Enyobeni tavern in Scenery Park, East London will receive a mass burial, the Eastern Cape Provincial government announced on Wednesday.
In the early morning of Sunday, parents and residents at Scenery Park woke up to the devastating news and a gruesome scene with reported deaths of more than 21 children aged between 13 and 17.
In a statement, the Eastern Cape Provincial Government announced that autopsies had been performed on the 21 deceased young people and that samples had been sent to a lab in the Western Cape for investigation.
“The report will be shared with the affected families as soon as investigations have been concluded.”
“The South African Police Service (SAPS) remains on the scene and continues to comb the scene for further clues in relation to the tragic incident.”
The government said engagements with the families determined that a mass funeral service would be held on Wednesday, 06 July.
“Thereafter, families will be assisted with transportation of the remains to be interred at burial sites of their choice.”
“Government has expressed appreciation for the support that has been received from all sectors of society in preparation for the funeral.”
“The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) has waved the grave fees for the burial of the deceased and together with the provincial government will facilitate other logistical needs to ensure a dignified send-off for the deceased.”
“The provincial government together with its partners will continue to provide psycho-social support to the bereaved families and the broader community. This will include community debriefing sessions to assist everyone to cope with the impact of Sunday’s tragic event.”
