Claim: Did anyone notice in the first five seconds of the video that one of the bodies still showed signs of life? His hand moved, only to be stepped upon by a member of the burial team. This suggests that many of these individuals labeled as destitute Kush victims were buried alive.
Verdict: UNPROVEN
Context: Social media has been inundated with a video alleging that victims labeled as destitute kush victims were buried alive alongside the deceased. The video purportedly shows a hand of a corpse moving before burial, sparking speculation and concern about the handling of deceased individuals in these circumstances.
Evidence: In an effort to substantiate or refute the claim, interviews were conducted with relevant authorities. The head of the burial team Sinneh Kamara, who oversees such operations, categorically refuted the allegation, describing it as false.
He emphasized the stringent protocols in place to ensure that only deceased individuals are buried, stating,
"We cannot bury people who are alive; we are not that heartless." He further clarified that the individuals in question had been confirmed dead by competent authorities and had remained unclaimed at the mortuary for a month without identification.
Conclusion: Based on the evidence gathered, the claim that victims labeled as destitute kush victims were buried alive lacks sufficient substantiation. While the video purportedly shows movement from a corpse's hand, this alone does not provide conclusive proof of individuals being buried alive. Without additional evidence to corroborate the claim, it remains unproven.
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