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Dozens of People Killed and Injured in Stampede During Soccer Match in Guinea

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Fifty-six people were killed as the result of a stampede at a soccer match in Nzerekore, Guinea, according to the Associated Press.

Reuters' Saliou Samb and Bate Felix cited an eyewitness who said the supporters in attendance initially took issue with a red card that was issued in the 82nd minute of the match.

"The stone throwing started and the police joined in, firing tear gas," Amara Conde said to the outlet. "In the rush and scramble that followed, I saw people fall to the ground, girls and children trampled underfoot.