Going for baptism? Don't forget the lifejacket!

One of the deceased was the pastor of the church, who was the first one to drown.  The two other church members drowned after they jumped into the river to rescue the priest.  But according to the police, this was not the first fatal incident during a baptising session. 

Although he did not disclose the figures, Botswana Police spokesperson, Senior Superintendent, Chris Mbulawa, confirmed that the police have dealt with cases of people who drowned while they were being baptised. He said whenever there is such an incident, the church members would first rush to the police for assistance. Mbulawa said as the police, they could advise members of the public that should take precautions whenever they conduct any ritual whether it be for healing or other purpose.