Chinese New Year’s Eve stampede kills at least 35, injures 42 (Photos)

December 31, 2014 by Don Saint 0 Comments

Shanghai Stampede

At least 35 people have been killed and 42 injured during a crush at a New Year’s Eve celebration in China.

The fatalities occurred on the Bund, a waterfront area in central Shanghai.

Shanghai

(Before the tragedy: Crowds gather for the New Year’s Eve celebrations in Shanghai)

Sina News reports that overcrowding in Chen Yi Square on the Bund led to the stampede.

The authorities are now working to rescue the wounded.

The cause of the accident is under investigation.

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