Crowd crush during Lunar New Year event kills four in Phnom Penh

A tragic crowd crush in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, during a Lunar New Year giveaway resulted in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to five others. The incident occurred when a large crowd surged forward at the home of local tycoon Sok Kong, who was distributing cash and rice as part of his annual gifts to the poor. The victims, aged between 37 and 71, fell during the crush and were later pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities suspended the giveaway following the incident, and Sok Kong has pledged financial compensation to the victims' families. The event highlights the dangers associated with large public gatherings, especially during festive seasons. Sok Kong, a wealthy businessman with ties to the former Prime Minister, has a history of such charitable distributions.