Spain Arrests 19 in Migrant Boat Torture and Murder Case
Spanish police have arrested 19 individuals on suspicion of murder and torture following the disappearance of over 50 migrants from a boat traveling from Senegal to the Canary Islands. Authorities suspect some of the missing were targeted due to accusations of witchcraft amidst hardships during the journey, including engine failure and food shortages. The wooden vessel was rescued on August 24th with 248 survivors, but it’s believed around 300 people were originally on board, with some allegedly thrown overboard. The investigation continues as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the alleged crimes.
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