By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The death toll from the stampede at an alms-giving event in Bauchi State on Sunday has risen to seven.
Earlier, four people were reported dead after being trapped while attempting to receive alms at Shafa Holdings Company Plc on Jos Road, Bauchi. However, the Bauchi State Police Command spokesperson, SP Ahmed Wakil, later confirmed on Monday, that three more women had succumbed to their injuries.
The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. during the company’s annual Zakat (almsgiving) exercise meant to assist the less privileged. Two of the additional victims died at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), while the third passed away at home after being taken away by her family.
A witness, revealed several others, including women and children, were injured in the chaotic rush.