The 26-year-old Thai man had earlier on been spotted at a pharmacy in Chisipite looking for medication for coronavirus. He was at the time in the company of his father.

The unidentified man bolted from the medical facility, leaving nurses and doctors shell-shocked when they thought he was awaiting for some blood tests. 

He escaped on Sunday afternoon shortly after presenting to the facility after having been referred by a private clinic where he had initially sought medical attention.

City Health Director Dr Prosper Chonzi who confirmed the latest development said the suspect is now under isolation at the hospital and will only be released upon testing negative.

Dr Chonzi said his results are expected later in the day.

“We are keeping an eye on him and we are happy that he is back for us to conduct the necessary tests. He is currently in isolation until we are sure that he does not have the virus,” said Dr Chonzi.

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