In late December, local police authorities reported the arrest of a young male in connection with a sexual assault involving a minor. The incident was brought to light as part of ongoing investigations into offenses against children, with authorities saying the matter involved a girl who was under the age of consent.
Investigators from the Family and Women’s Unit of the National Police, known as Ufam, were informed of the alleged assault after receiving a formal complaint from the victim’s family. The report indicated that the alleged crime occurred within a communal area of a building, where the two individuals had been known to each other prior to the incident.
Witnesses recount that the two youths had been chatting and otherwise getting along in a casual social setting. At some point during the interaction, the girl appeared to be coerced into a physical encounter. The alleged perpetrator reportedly refused to acknowledge the victim’s boundaries and proceeded with actions that caused harm, despite the girl expressing a desire to stop. A witness captured footage on a mobile device that later assisted investigators in understanding the sequence of events.
Following the confrontation, the accused did not offer an explanation or admission, and the victim remained distressed. The incident was recorded and reported to authorities, who then pursued procedures to determine accountability and ensure the victim’s safety and well‑being.
Ufam stated that an official inquiry was initiated to establish the facts surrounding the alleged assault and the circumstances surrounding the arrest of the minor suspect. The investigation aims to determine whether the actions meet the legal definition of sexual assault and to identify any other individuals who may have been involved or present at the scene.
Officials emphasized the importance of safeguarding minors and ensuring that all statements and evidence are handled with care to protect the victim’s rights. The case highlights ongoing concerns about crimes against children and the critical role of law enforcement and social services in responding swiftly, providing support to victims, and pursuing accountability when crimes are alleged to have occurred.