By Shaffie A Mtambo

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Police in Lilongwe have arrested a fervent football fan for acts deemed intended to cause grievous harm after he accidentally dropped a five-year-old boy while throwing him in the air in celebration of Wanderers FC’s defeat to Mzuzu City Hammers.

Speaking with MaraviPost publication, Lilongwe Police Inspector Hestings Chigalu said the incident occurred on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at around 17:00 hours at Shire Bus Depot in the capital.

The suspect has been identified as Oscar Wiga, 29 years old.

The child was with his mother at the bus terminal waiting to board a bus destined for Blantyre when Oscar, who was caught up in the euphoria following Mighty Wanderers FC’s unexpected loss to Mzuzu City Hammers, seized a five-year-old child from his mother and began tossing him high into the air while cheering.

However, on the third throw, amid the thrilling laughs and cheers that filled the air, Oscar’s grip faltered.

The child slipped from his hands and fell to the ground, landing with considerable force , causing immediate concern and alarm.

The boy was rushed to Bwaila District Hospital, where he was treated for injuries he sustained during the fall.

The victim’s mother, who, despite having already purchased her travel ticket, was unable to continue with her journey to Blantyre due to the distressing circumstances.

Oscar, who does not share any relationship with the victim’s family, has since been charged with Acts Intended to Cause Grievous Harm.

He comes from Koloko Village, Traditional Authority Mlumbe in Zomba District.

The Maravi Post