Guinea football game claimed dozens of lives.
Sunday, December 1, 2024, dozens of people have reportedly perished in a crowd because of stampede that occurred after a brawl broke out among spectators at a football game in N'zérékoré, Guinea's second-largest city.
Dozens of people have reportedly perished in a crowd after altercations at a football game in N'zérékoré, Guinea's second-largest city. On Sunday, December 1, 2024, the tragedy happened during a game between the local teams Labé and N'zérékoré.
The stampede occurred after a brawl broke out among spectators after a contested referee's decision, according to local media sources. Social media posts and videos depict tumultuous scenes outside the stadium, with many people on the ground and sizable crowds trying to scale walls.
There were "bodies lined up as far as the eye can see in the hospital," a doctor who wished to remain anonymous told the AFP news agency.
Others are sprawled out on the corridor floors. the morgues are full, said the doctor.
The Prime Minister of Guinea, Mamadou Oury Bah, confirmed the casualties and called for calm. However, the exact number of fatalities remains unknown. Local media reports suggest that the death toll could be in the dozens.
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How Did The Incident Happen?
The incident triggered following stones thrown towards the field by visiting team Labé supporters in retaliation against the referee.
- Local media reported that police had used tear gas.
- Official numbers of casualties have not yet been released.
It all began when the referee's decision was questioned. Then, one witness told AFP, "fans stormed the field."
There are many bodies on the ground and huge crowds trying to scale walls in what look to be chaotic scenes outside the stadium in social media videos and pictures.
It looks like several of the people on the ground, unconscious, are kids.
The goal of the regional authorities is to bring peace and tranquility back to the people.
"To guarantee that hospital services can administer first aid to the injured, the government is keeping a close eye on the situation and asks everyone to maintain composure."
Avenirguinee, a Guinean website, claims that the deadly stampede was caused by widespread panic brought on by the local police's sudden use of tear gas.
This incident highlights the dangers of overcrowding and poor crowd control at sporting events. It is a tragic reminder of the importance of safety measures to prevent such disasters.
