Mass Return of Migrants as Police Clear Trampolín Beach
In a notable development, more than 600 Moroccan migrants have chosen to return to their homeland voluntarily after police intervention at Trampolín Beach in Ceuta. This decision, made on Sunday, stems from the migrants' unwillingness to undergo identification procedures at the Temporary Care Center for Foreigners (CATE). According to operational sources, the number of individuals opting to head back to Morocco steadily increased throughout the day, nearing the 600 mark by 7 PM.
This significant return is attributed to the migrants' understanding that they would not be able to apply for international asylum protection. Many had already spent over two months in the city, leading them to prefer the familiarity of their home country over the uncertainties of remaining in Ceuta.
Prior to their departure, these migrants had been living in tents and makeshift shelters set up along the beach, which began to be evacuated by the National Police on the same day. The migrants were transported by bus to the CATE located near the Tarajal border for official processing. Those who declined to enter the CATE crossed the border back into Morocco.
In the meantime, the Ceuta government, through its Environmental Department, has initiated efforts to clean up the accumulated waste at Trampolín Beach. Reports indicate that up to 61 tons of waste have already been removed as part of this cleanup operation.
As reported by elindependiente.com.
