74-year-old man from Marondera, Zimbabwe, died after being viciously attacked by a swarm of bees

[Augusta]

74-year-old man from Marondera, Zimbabwe, died on Saturday, June 21, 2025, after being viciously attacked by a swarm of bees in the town’s central business district.

The incident occurred near a streetlight pole opposite the Marondera Government Complex, where a beehive had reportedly been left undisturbed. Eyewitnesses said the bees had been aggressive throughout the morning, stinging anyone who came too close.

As the elderly man passed by, the swarm descended on him. Despite his efforts to fight them off and calls for help, the bees overwhelmed him. Bystanders who tried to assist were also stung and forced to flee for safe

Emergency services were called, and police officers alongside Marondera Municipality officials rushed the man to Marondera Hospital. He was pronounced dead on arrival, having lost consciousness at the scene

 

[eLdavis]

Bees might be small but they can be extremely dangerous, especially when they are many in number. It is well.

 

[King Belieal]

It is very difficult to escape an attack by a swarm of bees. That's a very tragic way to die. I pity the man though b.