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Albino Toddler in Africa Killed for Witchcraft

by Benjamin Radford | Mar 28, 2015 | Folklore, Magic and witchcraft, News, Skepticism

My recent article on a horrific crime: a toddler with albinism in Africa was abducted and butchered for his body parts because of the widespread belief that they can be used for potent magic spells. Yes, belief in magic can sometimes be harmless–but it can also be deadly. Read more HERE. 

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