A local source revealed that the King’s Prosecutor at the Primary Court in Berkane ordered, on Sunday evening, the judicial police to open a comprehensive investigation into the tragic incident that claimed the life of the child Yousra, who was swept away by heavy rainwater in the eastern region recently. This decision comes as part of efforts to determine the legal and administrative responsibilities related to the painful incident. The investigation is expected to include hearing from all concerned parties and taking the necessary legal measures based on the findings.
The tragic incident occurred in the Berkane region, where heavy rainwater swept away Yousra, a 10-year-old girl, during the torrential rains that hit the eastern region last Sunday. The child’s body was later found after strenuous efforts by rescue teams, who used various equipment to ensure the safety of the area and locate the child’s body.
As a result of this incident, the King’s Prosecutor at the Primary Court in Berkane ordered a comprehensive investigation to determine the causes of the incident and the associated legal and administrative responsibilities. The investigation is expected to include hearing from eyewitnesses and concerned parties in an attempt to understand how the incident occurred and to ensure that all necessary preventive measures had been taken to mitigate the risks associated with heavy rains and floods.
The eastern region recently experienced heavy rains that caused floods and torrents, leading to several incidents, including the tragic accident that claimed the life of the child Yousra. The incident sparked widespread anger among residents of the region, who demanded an urgent investigation and measures to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.
Many activists and citizens expressed their grief and anger over the incident, calling for improved infrastructure in the region and more effective preventive measures to deal with natural disasters. They also demanded a swift and transparent investigation to determine responsibilities and ensure that such tragedies are not repeated.
The decision by the Public Prosecutor’s Office to open a comprehensive investigation into the incident is an important step toward achieving justice for Yousra and her family, and identifying the failures that led to this tragedy. The results of the investigation are also expected to contribute to improving preventive measures and reducing risks in the future.