129 died, including 24 from gunfire, in a Congo prison stampede during a jailbreak attempt.
An attempted jailbreak at Congo's largest prison in Kinshasa resulted in 129 deaths, primarily due to a stampede. Congolese authorities confirmed that 24 of the fatalities were caused by gunfire during the chaotic escape attempt. This tragic incident highlights ongoing issues within the country’s overcrowded prison system, where poor conditions and insufficient resources persist. Further investigation into the causes of the jailbreak is ongoing.
September 03, 2024
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