A funeral in Guyana ended in scenes of shock after the deceased’s body fell to the ground when the coffin broke during the ceremony. The incident occurred while several pallbearers were moving the casket from a funeral carriage in front of dozens of family members and attendees.
The video shows how the base of the coffin suddenly gave way just a few seconds after the transfer began. Those present began to scream while those in charge tried to cover the body and repair the casket so the funeral could continue.
The incident generated hundreds of comments, with many people criticizing the poor quality of the coffin and questioning how such a delicate situation could happen in the middle of the farewell. So far, the exact cause of the casket’s collapse has not been confirmed.