Investigative Update on a Series of Attacks in Valencia District Park
Three other suspects, including two minors, were detained on July 26 in connection with a string of attacks described as hate crimes and battery incidents. The case was reported to the National Police, triggering a broader inquiry into the events.
The accused individuals are connected to assaults that occurred on three separate days in a park within the Valencia district. A father, aged 18, and another young person were among those targeted in the incidents. The attacks reportedly involved insults and physical harm motivated by the victims’ sexual identity, and footage of the assaults was later circulated online by a group of youths who used color-coded bandanas to identify themselves.
Specialized investigators focusing on hate crimes have expanded the operation, leading to an additional arrest that brings the total number of detainees to four. Authorities say the latest detainee is a youth allegedly involved in the same sequence of events.
The fourth individual arrested provided a statement and was subsequently released as investigations continued. He stated his legal obligation to appear before the judiciary when required by authorities is clear and binding.
The young suspects were sent home to their legal guardians after giving statements and undergoing standard procedures. The Children’s Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the handling of each case and the ongoing steps in the process.
As the case develops, investigators emphasize the importance of safeguarding the rights of all minors involved while pursuing accountability for hate-motivated violence. The public is reminded that hate crimes are taken seriously, and judicial authorities will apply appropriate measures to prevent recurrences and protect vulnerable communities. Citations are provided for context and accountability, drawing on official statements and ongoing case records.