Halloween Festivals Marred by Accidents and Violence Worldwide

Scene of a Halloween shooting accident in Orlando, Florida, USA. WFTV·AP Yonhap News

Halloween celebrations around the world were marred by a series of accidents and violent incidents, resulting in loss of life and injuries.

In Orlando, Florida, USA, a shooting occurred at a Halloween street festival on the 1st, killing two people and injuring seven others. The incident took place at a bar and restaurant at 1 a.m., where thousands of people were gathered in costumes. The shooting resulted in casualties, and some people were trampled by those fleeing in panic.

A 17-year-old suspect was arrested at the scene, and a firearm was confiscated. However, the motive behind the crime remains unknown. The suspect has been charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder with a firearm.

In response to the incident, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer declared a state of emergency in the city’s entertainment district and banned the sale of alcohol after midnight for the next seven days. A curfew was also imposed between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

Meanwhile, in Germany, Halloween riots broke out, with masked individuals rioting in a western city. They threw stones at paramedics and the mayor, and even made threats by stacking flammable substances in shopping carts. Police have taken 13 people into custody and are investigating them on suspicion of injury and property damage.

In Dublin, Ireland, thousands of people were fooled by a Halloween parade scam. Ahead of Halloween, false information was circulated on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, claiming that a Halloween parade would be held in downtown Dublin. Thousands of people gathered in anticipation, but police asked them to disperse, stating that the parade information was false.