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Funeral for Victims of Kanaval accident

Funeral for Victims of Kanaval accident

Funeral for Victims of Kanaval accident

The Haitian government held a funeral for 17 victims killed in a Carnival parade accident. President Martelly and Prime Minister Paul consoled the victims' families and friends.

Vocalist Fantom, atop a float, was struck in the head by a loosened overhead power cable, which flared, terrifying the crowd who stampeded killing many and injuring others.

Critics say Carnival needs to be planned more carefully and far in advance of its celebration.

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