Gun Scare & Flying Bottles: Chaos Erupts at Enzo Ishall and Chillmaster's Shurugwi Show
What was meant to be a fun-filled night of music turned into a terrifying ordeal for fans in Shurugwi on Saturday after violence broke out at the Vital Lounge. A highly anticipated show featuring Zimdancehall stars Enzo Ishall and Chillmaster descended into chaos, with a gun scare, flying missiles, and police intervention marring the event.
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| Flying Bottles Disrupt Enzo Ishall & Chillmaster’s Shurugwi Show |
How the Night Unravelled
Fans said the trouble began around 1am. The crowd, having paid US$10 for entry, had waited for hours and grew agitated over delayed performances and the no-show of a supporting artist, Jnr Spragga. Chillmaster took to the stage to calm the crowd, but the delays continued even after organisers announced Enzo Ishall would be next.
The situation reached a boiling point when the lights suddenly went out. Many in the audience believed the show was being cut short, which triggered a violent reaction. Angry revellers began hurling bottles and other missiles towards the stage, turning the concert into a scene of pandemonium.
Terror in the Crowd
The sound of what appeared to be a gunshot sent a wave of terror through the crowd, causing many fans to run for their lives. “The moment I heard the gun sound, I just froze, then ran. People were screaming and pushing each other. It was like everyone was trying to escape something dangerous,” said one fan, who identified herself only as Memory.
Even the VIP section offered no safety from the chaos. An attendee named Tanaka recounted his harrowing experience: “I was in the VIP section thinking it would be safe but it wasn’t. I was hit by a bottle, and my niece was struck on the head. It was pure chaos – I thought something worse was going to happen.”
The Aftermath
Police were called in to contain the situation as frightened patrons fled in all directions. Once order was eventually restored, Enzo Ishall performed around 3am, but by then, many fans had already left the venue. Chillmaster later stated, “My performance went smoothly, and fans were enjoying themselves. I only heard about the violence afterwards.”
The incident has left a cloud of fear over live shows in the mining town of Shurugwi. Many patrons are now questioning their safety at future entertainment events, raising concerns about event organization and security in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
The violence was reportedly triggered by long delays in performances, the no-show of a billed artist (Jnr Spragga), and a sudden power cut that led fans to believe the show was ending prematurely.
Yes, at least two people, an adult and his niece, were reportedly hit by flying bottles in the VIP section. Many other attendees were caught in the panicked rush to escape the venue.
Yes, Enzo Ishall eventually performed around 3am after police had restored order, but many fans had already left the venue by that time.
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