According to a doctor at the University Hospital of Ceuta, at least five girls under the age of 14 have been treated for alleged rape in the past week. The doctor, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the situation as 'horrific' and said the victims arrived at the hospital in a state of shock.
The hospital sources confirmed that all the girls were minors, with the youngest being only 9 years old. The cases have been reported to the local authorities, and an investigation is underway. The doctor emphasized that these are not isolated incidents but part of a worrying trend in the region.
Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the North African coast, has seen an increase in migrant arrivals, and some of the victims may be unaccompanied minors. However, the hospital did not provide details on the girls' backgrounds. Local NGOs have called for urgent action to protect vulnerable children.
The Spanish government has been alerted to the situation, and the Ministry of Health has offered support to the hospital. The doctor urged for more resources to handle such cases and to prevent further abuse.
