witnesses

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Rescue teams rushed to the scene but faced significant difficulties evacuating the wounded, witnesses said.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

All forming an evidentiary record, the result of more than 10,000 photos and video segments and more than 430 interviews, testimonies and meetings with survivors, witnesses and experts.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

"Therefore, several witnesses withdrew their testimony at the time, citing concerns about their children's future."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

It reached this conclusion in a 268-page opinion after holding an 11-day trial, considering testimony from 51 witnesses, and evaluating 790 exhibits.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

Among the witnesses were cabinet members, some senators and congressmen, and former Presidents Hayes and Grant.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow