PHOTO: African immigrants caught on way to Spain

(AP Photo/Arturo Rodriguez)

One of 99 would-be immigrants, including at least 10 minors, shows his emotions today in Puerto de los Cristianos, on the Spanish Canary Island of Tenerife, after their boat was intercepted as it crossed over from western Africa.

So far this year, more than 8,000 migrants have been caught in their attempt to reach Spain. The dangerous trip often takes more than a week and many die in the attempt. The immigrants are seen below being towed by a Spanish rescue ship in another photo by Arturo Rodriguez.

--Paul Chavez