Audio: the police chief who tried to stop the "invasion" of Ceuta by closing "the door", and was forced to leave by a civil guard
On July 30, a police chief described a chaotic situation at the El Tarajal border where around 90,000 people attempted to cross. He recounted a confrontation with a Civil Guard officer over closing the border gate to prevent the influx, which he termed an 'invasion.' Despite his efforts to manage the crowd, he faced resistance from the Civil Guard, leading to confusion and lack of communication among authorities. The officer noted a significant increase in border crossings that year and expressed concern over the safety of the city as the crowd began entering shops and schools. His testimony highlighted the disarray and urgency of the situation, which lasted for several hours before he was instructed to withdraw.