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One dead after security forces open fire during Ebola burial in Congo: Reuters
Residents demanded to see the body before the burial, and officials said investigators are examining the clash amid a surge in Ebola infections.
- On Sept 24, security forces opened fire during an Ebola burial in Beni, Congo, killing one person and wounding several others.
- The incident occurred at Katula-Paida cemetery when residents demanded to see the deceased, questioning whether the person had died of Ebola. "Tensions escalated and security forces escorting the burial team opened fire as they sought to contain the unrest," the source said.
- Data released on Sept 23 shows the outbreak has infected 7,820 people and killed 3,779, according to government figures from North Kivu.
- Investigations are underway to establish the full toll and circumstances of the incident, with two health officials confirming the ongoing inquiry.
- North Kivu has recently seen a surge in Ebola infections, and the shooting reflects a series of attacks on burial teams amid persistent community mistrust.
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One dead after security forces open fire during Ebola burial in Congo, sources say
One person was killed and several others wounded after security forces fired shots to contain unrest during the burial of a suspected Ebola victim in northeastern Congo on Thursday, two sources said.
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Beni: a death by bullet in an altercation during the funeral linked to Ebola Image media PMaki game 24/09/2026 - 21:27 Body An altercation arose during the dignified and secure burial due to Ebola virus disease at Katula Cemetery in the city of Beni on Thursday 24 September 2026 causing one death and several injuries.
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