Fatal human crush after football match in Indonesia
October 1st, 2022
October 1st, 2022
How Long Ago?
2 years, 5 months, 13 days ago
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Kanjuruhan Stadium, East Java, Indonesia
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Fatal human crush after football match in Indonesia
A devastating human crush occurred at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in East Java, Indonesia, following a football match between Arema FC and Persebaya Surabaya. Fans began to rush the exit after police deployed tear gas to control crowd unrest, leading to chaotic scenes as thousands of people crowded the exits. Tragically, the crush claimed the lives of 135 individuals, making it one of the deadliest incidents in football history. Others sustained injuries, with reports indicating that panic ensued as people struggled to escape.
135 fatalities reported after stadium crush.
Tear gas deployment caused mass panic.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic rescue attempts.
Calls for improved safety regulations sparked.
What Happened?
After a heated football match between local rivals Arema FC and Persebaya Surabaya at Kanjuruhan Stadium, tensions escalated among fans. Following the match, a significant confrontation erupted, prompting police intervention with tear gas to disperse the crowd. This action triggered a mass panic, causing many fans to rush towards the exits in a desperate attempt to flee the situation. Unfortunately, this resulted in a horrifying human crush, with many individuals getting trapped and unable to breathe.
Eyewitness accounts detail the chaotic scenes that unfolded as the crowd turned chaotic. Reports indicated that more than 40,000 spectators were present, and as the emergency escalated, the infrastructure of the stadium was overwhelmed. First responders and medical teams were called in to address the casualties, but the chaos hampered rescue efforts. By the end of the night, 135 people were confirmed dead, with hundreds more injured, bringing national and international condemnation towards the police practices that led to this tragedy.
Kanjuruhan Stadium, known for its passionate football culture, had a dark stigma attached following this tragedy. Fans across Indonesia mourned the lives lost, and the incident sparked intense discussions regarding stadium safety, crowd control measures, and police protocols during large gatherings. The disaster marked a significant chapter in Indonesian football history and led to calls for reform in how authorities handle sporting events to prevent future calamities.
Why Does it Matter?
The incident at Kanjuruhan Stadium highlights critical issues surrounding crowd management and safety protocols in sports events. With 135 lives lost, it raised awareness globally about the need for better safety measures in stadiums and has led to regulatory discussions in Indonesia and beyond. This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing the safety of fans in sports venues.
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