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world1 month ago•10 min saved

Genital-Theft Rumors on Social Media Spark Deadly Mob Violence Across Africa

False rumors circulating on social media that men’s genitals vanish after a tap on the shoulder have sparked mob violence across six African countries, killing more than 80 people since October last year; videos and posts on TikTok and Facebook fueled panic from Tanzania and Zambia to Mozambique, Kenya and Malawi, with some victims lynched or burned before authorities intervened. Experts say superstition and fear, amplified by smartphones, make unverified claims seem credible, while officials warn engagement-driven content worsens the problem and campaigns to counter misinformation are under way; some health experts cite Koro syndrome as a possible explanation for the fear, but there is no medical evidence supporting the genital-loss claims.

via BBC|

#africa #disinformation #genital-theft-rumors

world3 months ago•188 min saved

Baruipur case sparks deadly mob violence and police shootout in West Bengal

A young girl’s rape and murder in Baruipur, West Bengal, triggered widespread unrest: mobs vandalized shops and railway lines, a man believed to be the perpetrator was beaten to death by a crowd, and the primary suspect in custody was killed in a police shootout, prompting political blame games while underscoring India’s ongoing struggle with gender-based violence and justice.

via CNN|

#india #mob-violence #police-shootout

africa4 months ago•4 min saved

Mobs Drive Migrants from South Africa Homes as Xenophobic Violence Rises

Anti-foreigner mobs across coastal South Africa have forced hundreds of migrants, mostly from Malawi and Mozambique, from their homes into community halls and shelters as door-to-door expulsions and violence erupt; deaths are reported and several countries are arranging repatriations while authorities assist with documentation and safety.

via France 24|

#africa #migrants #mob-violence

world4 months ago•4 min saved

Mob torches Ebola clinic in Congo as 18 suspected patients flee

Angry residents in eastern Congo burned a tent at an Ebola treatment center, allowing 18 suspected patients to escape; the attack follows another center being set ablaze, while burials and response efforts continue as the outbreak expands and WHO raises Congo’s risk level; U.S. travel restrictions for recent visitors from affected countries are also in place.

via PBS|

#congo #ebola #health-workers

world9 months ago•5 min saved

Political Unrest and Rising Violence Threaten Bangladesh's Elections

The article describes a surge in mob violence in Bangladesh following the assassination of a pro-democracy leader, leading to the burning of major newspapers and cultural sites, with journalists and civil society feeling increasingly vulnerable amid political instability and a cycle of retribution.

via The Guardian|

#bangladesh #journalists-attacked #media-freedom

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Protests in Indonesia Turn Violent, Resulting in Three Deaths

A series of violent protests across Indonesia, sparked by lawmakers' allowances and the death of a delivery rider during clashes, resulted in at least three deaths, multiple injuries, and the burning of regional parliament buildings, with authorities cracking down on demonstrators and international groups criticizing the suppression of free speech.

via NPR|

#indonesia #mob-violence #parliament

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Mob Kills Five Family Members Over Witchcraft Accusations in India

Five family members in Bihar, India, were brutally murdered by a mob after being accused of witchcraft, with three suspects arrested; the incident highlights ongoing violence rooted in superstitions in the region.

via CBS News|

#bihar #india #mob-violence

international-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Mob Kills Tourist in Pakistan Over Blasphemy Accusation

A tourist accused of blasphemy was killed by a mob in Madyan, Pakistan, after being dragged from a police station. The incident, which involved desecration of the Quran, has sparked outrage on social media. Police have opened a case against hundreds involved, and additional security forces have been deployed to the region. This event highlights ongoing issues of religion-fueled violence and the targeting of minorities in Pakistan.

via BBC.com|

#blasphemy #human-rights #international-news

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Vigilante Justice: Suspected Kidnapper Beaten to Death in Taxco, Mexico Ahead of Holy Week Procession"

A mob in Taxco, Mexico, beat a woman to death after suspecting her of kidnapping and killing an 8-year-old girl, just hours before the city's Holy Week procession. The mob formed after the girl's body was found, and security camera footage showed a woman and a man loading a bundle, possibly the girl's body, into a taxi. The mayor expressed outrage over the killing, and the state prosecutors' office confirmed the woman died of her injuries. The incident has cast a pall over the already solemn procession, and residents expressed frustration with the ongoing violence in the area.

via NBC News|

#crime #guerrero #holy-week

world2 years ago•4 min saved

"Mob in Mexican Tourist City Beats Suspected Kidnapper to Death"

In the Mexican tourist city of Taxco, a woman suspected of kidnapping and killing an 8-year-old girl was brutally beaten to death by a mob, sparking outrage and highlighting the prevalence of vigilante justice in the region. The incident occurred just hours before the city's Holy Week procession, casting a pall over the already solemn event. The mayor expressed frustration over the lack of support from the state government, while residents voiced their fed-up sentiments with the ongoing violence and its impact on tourism. Guerrero state, where Taxco is located, has been particularly prone to violence, with drug cartels and gangs routinely preying on the local population.

via CBS News|

#cartel #kidnapping #mexico

crime2 years ago•4 min saved

"Vigilante Justice: Mob in Mexico Lynches Suspected Kidnapper Before Holy Week Procession"

A mob in Taxco, Mexico, brutally beat a woman to death after suspecting her of kidnapping and killing an 8-year-old girl, just hours before the city's Holy Week procession. The mob formed after the girl's body was found, and security camera footage showed a woman and a man loading a bundle into a taxi, suspected to be the girl's body. The mayor expressed outrage over the killing, and the state prosecutors' office confirmed the woman died of her injuries. The incident cast a pall over the religious procession, and residents expressed frustration with the ongoing violence in the area.

via The Associated Press|

#crime #guerrero #holy-week

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Vigilante Justice: Mob in Mexico Lynches Suspected Kidnapper Before Holy Week Procession"

A mob in Taxco, Mexico, brutally beat a woman to death after suspecting her of kidnapping and killing an 8-year-old girl just hours before the city’s Holy Week procession. The mob formed after the girl's body was found, and security camera footage showed a woman and a man loading a bundle, possibly the girl's body, into a taxi. The mayor expressed outrage over the killing, and the state prosecutors' office confirmed the woman died of her injuries. The incident has cast a pall over the already solemn procession, and residents expressed frustration with the ongoing violence in the area, despite its impact on tourism.

via ABC News|

#crime #holy-week #kidnapping

religious-conflict3 years ago•2 min saved

Religious Tensions Escalate in Pakistan as Blasphemy Accusations Lead to Church Burnings and Arrests

Two Christian brothers have been arrested in Pakistan on charges of blasphemy after a Muslim mob burned churches and houses, accusing the brothers of desecrating the Quran. Pages of the Quran with derogatory comments were found in the street, with the suspects' identities attached. Blasphemy is punishable by death in Pakistan, and accusations are sometimes used to settle scores. The violence lasted for 10 hours, with thousands of Muslims carrying weapons. The police have arrested 128 people involved in the mob attack, and caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar has promised to protect minorities.

via Reuters|

#blasphemy #christian-community #mob-violence

religion3 years ago•2 min saved

Religious Tensions Escalate in Pakistan: Christians Arrested and Churches Vandalized

Two Christians have been arrested in Pakistan on blasphemy charges after pages of the Quran with derogatory comments were found in a street. This led to a violent mob attacking Christian homes and churches. Blasphemy is punishable by death in Pakistan, and accusations are sometimes used to settle scores. The police have arrested 146 people involved in the attack, and paramilitary troops are guarding the community. The displaced families are starting to return to their homes.

via Al Jazeera English|

#blasphemy #christians #mob-violence

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Mob Attack: Security Guard Beaten to Death Outside Hollywood Nightclub

A mob of about 10 people beat a security guard to death outside a Hollywood nightclub in the early hours of Sunday morning. The circumstances leading to the assault, including whether it was gang-related, remain unclear. The security guard was confronted by the group and fell into the street, where he was kicked and stomped to death. He was taken to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries. No arrests have been made, and further information is being sought from the nightclub and the LAPD.

via Fox News|

#crime #hollywood #homicide