Sexual assaults happening almost every day in Ceuta, prosecutors say
Summary
Spanish prosecutors report 23 sexual assaults in Ceuta since late July, including nine against children, amid a large number of migrants arriving from Morocco. About 5,000 migrants remain in the Spanish exclave, causing tensions and challenges for local authorities and the Spanish government.Key Facts
- At least 23 sexual assault cases, including nine involving children, have been recorded in Ceuta since the end of July.
- Around 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta after about 72,000 crossed from Morocco in late July.
- Between 1,400 and 1,600 of these migrants are children.
- Some suspected attackers are Moroccans, Spaniards, and a Belgian.
- Many victims do not report assaults out of fear or because of their migrant status.
- The Spanish government approved a multi-million euro aid package to support services and care for unaccompanied children.
- Ceuta’s mayor called for demonstrations across Spain in support of the city.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that King Felipe VI would visit Ceuta when conditions allow, amid ongoing diplomatic tension with Morocco.
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