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24 Jun 2019 | 11:55 AM UTC

Spain: Attack targeting a mosque in Ceuta June 24

Unidentified gunmen attack a mosque in Ceuta June 24; avoid the area

Warning

Event

Two unidentified gunmen attacked the Muley el-Mehdi mosque in Ceuta on the morning (local time) of Monday, June 24. According to the authorities, the two assailants were on a motorbike and fired several shots as people were praying inside the building before escaping. No injuries were reported. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack; investigations are ongoing. Avoid the area. 

Advice

Individuals in Ceuta are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the area of the attack, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities or their home governments.