Man, 64, Dies After Falling From Mango Tree in Rose-Belle
Amichand Munohur fell while fitting a protective net over his mango tree on Monday 9 June and died from head injuries at hospital.
A 64-year-old man died on Monday 9 November after falling from a mango tree in the Rose-Belle area of Mauritius, while he was attempting to fix a protective net over the fruit.
The victim, Amichand Munohur, was rushed to hospital by the SAMU, Mauritius's emergency medical service, after the fall. Despite receiving medical attention, he did not survive the severe head injuries he sustained.
His son told reporters that his father was well known in the neighbourhood for tending to his mango tree with great care. Placing nets over mango trees is a common practice in Mauritius, used to protect ripening fruit from birds, bats and thieves during the mango season, which runs roughly from November through to February.
The precise circumstances of the fall are still being established. Climbing trees or using ladders without assistance carries significant risks, particularly for older adults, and this tragedy is a reminder of the dangers involved in what can appear to be routine garden tasks.
Rose-Belle is a town in the Grand Port district in the south-east of Mauritius, located roughly 25 kilometres from the capital Port Louis.
The case has been reported to the police, as is standard procedure for any accidental death in Mauritius. No third-party involvement is suspected at this stage.
Source: Le Defi Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rose-Belle in Mauritius?β
Rose-Belle is a town in the Grand Port district, located in the south-east of Mauritius, approximately 25 kilometres from the capital Port Louis. It is one of the main urban centres in that district.
What is the SAMU in Mauritius?β
SAMU stands for Service d'Aide Medicale Urgente, the emergency medical ambulance service in Mauritius. It operates under the Ministry of Health and responds to urgent medical incidents across the island.
Why do people put nets on mango trees in Mauritius?β
Protective nets are commonly placed over mango trees in Mauritius to shield ripening fruit from birds, fruit bats and theft. The mango season in Mauritius typically runs from November to February, making this a frequent activity during that period.
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