A serious incident involving a minor occurred at the central stadium’s swimming pool facility in Oryol, where a man attacked a teenage student in the building’s locker area. Local media, including Life, reported on the event as details emerged from investigators and witnesses.
According to the report, the incident took place inside the locker room of the Oryol swimming pool. A man from the nearby area took advantage of a moment when the 13-year-old student was by himself in a shower space, and began to engage in inappropriate conduct. He touched the boy in a sexual manner and attempted to persuade him to accompany him elsewhere.
After the student managed to escape, he returned home and disclosed what happened to his mother and father. The family promptly notified the police, prompting swift investigative steps and coordination with local law enforcement authorities.
Authorities detained a 57-year-old man from Oryol on suspicion of committing a crime involving the sexual integrity of a minor. Public records indicate he has no prior criminal history and is employed as the head of the production department at a local company involved in road repair work. His professional role and public profile are noted by investigators as part of the routine background checks in such cases.
The investigation is ongoing as prosecutors evaluate whether there are grounds to initiate a formal criminal case. Law enforcement officials are reviewing all available evidence, including the statements of witnesses and the accounts provided by the minor and his family, to determine the appropriate charges and legal actions.
In the days prior to the incident at the pool, there were reports of similar but separate acts of harassment involving the same individual on a bus, where female students were targeted. Authorities are examining these matters to assess any patterns and to determine whether broader protective measures are warranted for potential victims in public spaces and during commutes.
The case underscores the importance of prompt reporting, thorough investigation, and clear communication from authorities when allegations of sexual misconduct against minors arise. Local officials have reiterated that the safety of young people is a priority and that they will pursue all legal avenues to ensure accountability and to protect the community from similar offenses in the future.