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129 Inmates Die In Congo Jailbreak Stampede

This image made from video shows police officers outside Makala prison in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, following an attempted jailbreak in Congo's main prison Monday Sept. 2, 2024. (AP

On a tragic day in the capital city of Kinshasa, Congo, a total of 129 inmates lost their lives during an attempted jailbreak. The incident, which occurred recently, resulted in a devastating outcome, with many of the inmates perishing in a stampede that ensued during the chaos.

The attempted jailbreak, which was met with resistance from authorities, quickly escalated into a situation of immense tragedy. The exact circumstances that led to the stampede and subsequent loss of life are still under investigation, as authorities work to piece together the events that unfolded.

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