BENI — Security forces reportedly opened fire during unrest at the burial of a suspected Ebola victim in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, killing one person and injuring several others. Residents had demanded to see the body and questioned whether the deceased had Ebola, conflicting with safe-burial procedures.
Government data indicate that the outbreak declared on May 15 has infected 7,820 people and caused 3,779 deaths. Investigators are examining the shooting and its full casualty toll.
Why it matters: Violence and public mistrust can prevent safe burials, discourage medical cooperation and accelerate the spread of Ebola.
