A 36-year-old man from Arico, Tenerife, was arrested by the National Police on suspicion of sexually assaulting a 22-year-old German woman who had asked for a taxi to return to her home after a night out. The woman spent the night with friends and hoped to get back safely to her accommodation in Tenerife.
The woman had gone out with her friends and was returning to the home of her German parents, who live on the island. She requested a taxi to take her there, believing it would be the quickest and safest option after a late night out.
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Upon arriving at her destination, the taxi driver began making lewd remarks. At one point the man left the vehicle, locked the doors, and bought himself drinks while the victim declined and insisted on going home. Shortly afterward, the driver drove to a secluded spot, started touching her and used threats to try to control the situation. The woman attempted to escape but could not, and she feared for her safety as the aggressor persisted. The incident escalated to an act of non-consensual penetration before the victim managed to break away and seek help.
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The victim immediately contacted the Police Department, prompting a formal report and a parallel investigation into the events. The case quickly benefited from security footage captured in the area, alongside the taxi company’s records and the victim’s account. Through this corroborated information, authorities identified the suspect and apprehended him on suspicion of sexual assault.
The detainee already had multiple police records, and he was placed at the disposal of the judicial authorities for actions related to non-sexual violence in addition to the current charges.
Authorities note that the swift cooperation between the victim, local law enforcement, and the taxi company was crucial in resolving the case and ensuring accountability. The investigation remains ongoing to assess all aspects of the incident and to determine any additional preventive measures for passenger safety in late-night transit settings. [Police report, regional security services].