FIRE has gutted Young Phiroz Groceries and Butchery shop in Lusaka’s Matero Compound. Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga confirmed the fire incident in a statement, which he said was suspected to have been caused by an electrical fault around 06:20 hours, Thursday. He stated that properties in the shop were all burnt but the value was yet to be established. “Police have received a report of fire incident in which Young Phiroz Groceries and Butchery shop was gutted by fire in Lusaka’s Matero Compound. Brief facts of the matter are that today November 16, 2023, a butchery attendant for the company reported for work at around 06:20 hours. Whilst waiting for the shop to be opened, he noticed that the lights...

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