An African immigrant identified as Jibril has been deported from Spain after turning in a large sum of money he found on the streets of Valencia, in a story that has sparked emotional reactions online.
According to reports, Jibril, who was living in Valencia as an undocumented immigrant, found an envelope containing €4,250, an amount equivalent to over one million Nigerian naira, a few days ago. Instead of keeping the money, he chose to do what many have described as a heroic and honest act by taking the envelope to the police and handing it over.
Police officers and bystanders were reportedly surprised by Jibril’s honesty. However, events took a dramatic turn when officers asked him to make an official statement regarding the found money. During the process, Jibril was requested to present his identification documents.
It was at that point that police discovered Jibril did not possess a valid residence card or legal documentation permitting him to stay in Spain. He was immediately detained by authorities for immigration violations.
Despite the circumstances under which he came into contact with the police, Jibril was processed according to Spanish immigration laws. Reports indicate that last week, he was deported to his home country in Africa and has been banned from re-entering Spain for several years.
The incident has generated widespread debate on social media, with many questioning the balance between immigration enforcement and humanitarian considerations. Others have praised Jibril’s integrity, describing his action as proof that honesty exists regardless of legal status.
The case has once again highlighted the harsh realities faced by undocumented migrants in Europe, where even acts of goodwill can sometimes result in life-altering consequences.
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