Children's Shelter in Guatemala Burns Killing 21 Girls

Arson is suspected in the fire at the shelter that houses at least 800 youths.
March 9, 2017

At least 21 girls perish in the fire. Head of social welfare agency says government-run shelter has an official capacity of 500, but houses at least 800 youths.

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