Last week, the TLV mall held a gala to launch a new chocolate that included free samples. Dubai chocolate, of course. More than 30,000 parents and children went to the event, which ran from the afternoon into the evening. The crowds became uncontrollable. Some tried to steal chocolates or break into a safe. People were tearing the décor, pushing and shoving, creating greater chaos than planned.

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