A human rights group in Morocco has expressed outrage and sadness over a knife attack that killed one woman and injured her sister in Khouribga. The Moroccan Association for Human Rights, Khouribga branch, issued a statement condemning the attack and calling for a thorough and independent investigation. The group also demanded that the suspect be held accountable and that the victim's family receive medical and psychological support.
The attack occurred on September 25, 2026, in the Amalou neighborhood of Khouribga, when a 65-year-old man, who was renting a house from the victim's family, allegedly attacked the two sisters with a white weapon. The victim, F.B., 47, died on October 8, 2026, at a hospital in Fez after suffering severe injuries. Her sister received medical treatment and her condition was reported to be stable.
The human rights group expressed concern over what it described as "exceptional treatment" of the suspect, who was taken to a hospital in Khouribga, citing his alleged medical condition. The group stated that this treatment was in violation of the principle of equality before the law and demanded that the suspect be transferred to prison.
The Moroccan Association for Human Rights also called on the public prosecutor to open an investigation and take necessary legal actions against the suspect. The group warned that any delay in taking action could undermine trust in the justice system and create a negative message for citizens.
The case has sparked widespread outrage and concern among local residents and human rights groups, who are demanding justice and equal application of the law. An online petition was launched to raise funds to support the victim's family with medical expenses, which exceeded their financial means.
The suspect was reportedly taken into custody, but his medical condition has raised questions about his ability to face trial. Human rights groups are monitoring the case and demanding that the investigation be conducted in an independent and transparent manner.
The Moroccan Association for Human Rights announced that it will continue to follow the case and organize a protest to demand justice and accountability. The group emphasized the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law in Morocco.
Key points
- Human rights groups demand justice and equal application of the law in the case of a woman killed and her sister injured in a knife attack in Khouribga.
- The Moroccan Association for Human Rights calls for a thorough and independent investigation into the attack and demands that the suspect be held accountable.
- The case has sparked widespread outrage and concern among local residents and human rights groups, who are demanding justice and equal application of the law.
