Three people died and scores others were injured after an illegal gold mine they were working in collapsed in Isiolo County.

The over 20 feet deep makeshift mine in Kom Location Merti Sub county collapsed with several miners trapped inside.

Below are photos of the tragedy.

Isiolo Gold mine tragedy: photos
 

A view of Kom trading centre in Merti sub county in Isiolo. [Ali Abdi, Standard]

Isiolo Gold mine tragedy: photos
 
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Three people have been confirmed dead while scores trapped in tens of feets underground. Rescue team from Kenya and British army currently underway. [Ali Abdi, Standard]

Isiolo Gold mine tragedy: photos
 

Three people have been confirmed dead while scores trapped in tens of feets underground. Rescue team from Kenya and British army currently underway. [Ali Abdi, Standard]