Archive · 15 Jan 2026
21 Migrant Bodies Found in Libya Mass Grave
In Libya, near the town of Ajdabiya, at least 21 bodies of migrants were found in a mass grave.
These migrants were from sub-Saharan Africa and included men, women, and children.
Some survivors reported being tortured.
The farm owner where the grave was found was arrested.
Investigations are ongoing to find out how the migrants died.
Libya has been a transit route for migrants trying to reach Europe, but it's dangerous, and migrants often face abuse.
There have been other recent incidents where migrants were found dead or rescued from captivity.
Many countries have asked Libya to close detention centers where migrants are mistreated.
At least 21 migrant bodies, including men, women, and children, were found in a mass grave near Ajdabiya, Libya.
Up to 10 survivors reported being tortured before being freed from captivity.
The farm owner was arrested and admitted to the presence of the mass grave on his property.
Investigations are ongoing to determine how the migrants died.
Libya has seen multiple migrant tragedies in 2025, including 61 bodies found in October.
- Who
- Migrants from sub-Saharan Africa, including men, women, and children
- What
- Discovery of a mass grave containing at least 21 migrant bodies
- When
- January 15, 2025
- Where
- Near the town of Ajdabiya, eastern Libya
- Why
- Migrants were likely held captive and tortured before their deaths
- Location
- 10 km southeast of Ajdabiya, Libya
- Number of Bodies
- At least 21
- Survivors
- Up to 10
- Farm Owner
- Arrested and admitted to the mass grave
- Investigation Status
- Ongoing
- Recent Migrant Incidents
- Multiple incidents in 2025, including 61 bodies found in October