Saudi Arabia: 87 Killed In Mosque Crane Crash [Photos]

A large construction crane on Friday crashed into Mecca Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia as it was filled with worshipers during a heavy rainstorm.

Saudi authorities said at least 87 people had been killed.

The accident occurred while the authorities were in the midst of extensive preparations for the commencement of the 2015 hajj – the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, billed to commence in few weeks.

Already, many pilgrims have arrived the country to perform the hajj exercise.