Horror in South Africa as up to 18 are feared dead after police open fire on striking miners

Aug 16, 2012 - 13:02
Aug 16, 2012 - 13:11
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Horror in South Africa as up to 18 are feared dead after police open fire on striking miners
Horror in South Africa as up to 18 are feared dead after police open fire on striking miners

Heavily armed police moved in on striking workers - themselves armed with rocks and machetes - and used live ammunition after firing tear gas. Footage shot at the scene shows a volley of intense gunfire from among the police ranks, with dozens of shots reportedly fired. The police were armed with automatic rifles and pistols (WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT).

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Mike Gallagher Freelance writer with a passion for travelling