60 people died and dozens were injured in New Year’s stampede in Ivory Coast

At least 60 people died and at least dozens were injured as crowds stampeded overnight during celebratory New Year’s fireworks, Ivory Coast rescue workers said on January 1, 2013.

People stand next to clothing and various items spread over the pavement at the scene following a stampede in Abidjan, on January 1, 2013.

Photo  : AFP