Beni: two dead and injured in clash between police and youths at Rwangoma cemetery

On September 24, two people died and several were injured in Beni (North Kivu) during a clash at Rwangoma cemetery. The incident occurred when youths tried to open a coffin to see the Ebola victim's body, violating safety procedures. Police fired warning shots to disperse the crowd, resulting in the death of a young girl on the spot and another victim who later died in hospital. Authorities urge the public, especially youths, to adhere to safe burial measures to prevent Ebola spread.