World · 1 September 2026

Ceuta records 23 sexual assaults since migrant influx in July

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Since late July, 23 sexual assaults, nine involving children, have been recorded in Ceuta, Spanish prosecutors report. Ceuta's chief prosecutor, Silvia Rojas, said migrant girls are especially vulnerable due to their irregular status. Efe news agency states that four Moroccans, three Spaniards, and a Belgian are believed to be among those who carried out the attacks.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 September 2026 at 17:45

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