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Twelve fans die at Zambia match

  • 03-06-2007 3:43pm
    #1
    zAbbo
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    From BBC
    Twelve fans have been killed and 46 injured in a crush at Zambia's Chililabombwe stadium on Saturday.

    The stampede occurred as fans headed to the exits following Zambia's 3-0 win over Congo in their Group 11 qualifying match for the African Cup of Nations.

    "Too many fans tried to squeeze through the few exits available," said regional Chief of Police Antoneil Mutenthwa.

    "Twelve people have been killed, nine men and three women. Some fans suffered serious injuries and are in hospital."

    Those with minor injuries were treated and later discharged last night, he added.

    Mutentwa said the cause of the stampede was unclear, though one witness said it had been caused by people rushing to get aboard free transport.

    It is thought none of the travelling contingent from Congo were injured.

    Provincial minister Mwansa Mbulakulima is expected to travel to the region to assess the situation.

    Witnesses said that the crush came as supporters tried to force their way through the limited number of turnstiles in a bid to get home before dark.

    Kick-off at the game had earlier been delayed as officials waited for the stadium to fill up.

    No-one anywhere in the world should have their life in any danger while attending a football game.


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  • #2
    Zebra3
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,956 ✭✭✭✭Zebra3


    Saw that on RTE's website earlier. :(

    Terrible, terrible news.


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