The victims were members of a California-based cult called the Peoples Temple of the Disciples of Christ, run by the reverend Jim Jones. “Cult members were made to poison their children first, then themselves. Shakahola MassacreThe death toll is steadily rising, now surpassing 90, as police continue recovery efforts in Kenya’s coastal town of Malindi following suspected cultic teachings that led members to starve themselves. The tragedy has infuriated citizens and led to calls for the cult’s suspected leader, the controversial Pastor Paul Mackenzie to be charged with genocide. Cult members were also put on a Master Cleanse diet of lemonade, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup, in order to get rid of sexual thoughts.

Source: Standard Digital April 28, 2023 10:44 UTC