POLICE at Outapi have arrested two women from Epoko village in the connection with the death of two brothers who died after consuming a home brewed drink.
NamPol Liaison Officer for Omusati Region, Sergeant Linekela Shikongo, told The Namibian yesterday that Martha Uutoni (43) and Ndapandula Nghipunyeme (29), both from Epoko village, were in custody charged with murder. Brothers Fabianus Alweendo Shilumbu (21) and Immanuel Shilumbu died on August 26 after consuming the traditional brew.Eight other villagers were treated at Outapi hospital after complaining of stomach pains.Sergeant Shikongo said Uutoni and Nghipunyeme appeared briefly in court on September 2 and were due to make another appearance on November 16.They were not granted bail.Brothers Fabianus Alweendo Shilumbu (21) and Immanuel Shilumbu died on August 26 after consuming the traditional brew.Eight other villagers were treated at Outapi hospital after complaining of stomach pains.Sergeant Shikongo said Uutoni and Nghipunyeme appeared briefly in court on September 2 and were due to make another appearance on November 16.They were not granted bail.
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