Baghdad: 28 killed in bomb attacks on religious pilgrimage 28/07/2008 - 10:04:43
At least 28 people were killed and 92 others injured when three suicide bombers and a roadside device struck Shiite pilgrims taking part in a massive religious procession in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, today.
The attacks happened in quick succession as tens of thousands of Shiite worshippers streamed toward a shrine in northern Baghdad for an annual event marking the death of an eighth century saint, which climaxes tomorrow.
Police said there were indications that the suicide bombers were women. At least two children were among the dead.
The police officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to speak to the media.
The attacks took place in the mainly Shiite Karradah district of the city.
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