Symbolic "Devil Stoning" Turns Deadly

In Mina, Saudi Arabia -
"Muslim pilgrims tripped over luggage while hurrying to ritually stone the devil today, causing a crush that trampled at least 345 people to death in the latest stampede to mar Islam's annual hajj."
I feel bad for these people - they should be able to practice
their ancient and sacred rituals in peace and safety. The Interior Minister said "It was fate destined by God.", but it was the devil that was taking a wicked stoning from a never ending stream of devout pilgrims.

I blame the devil for this one.