The Civil Guard has detained a 43-year-old German man in Llucmajor, Mallorca, in connection with a serious sexual assault case. Investigators report that a young woman, found in distress, was thought to have been subjected to rape after she asked for help from a balcony at a chalet. Officers encountered the suspect when he opened the door for them and observed the victim appeared deeply disoriented and unaware of how she arrived at the residence. Medical teams later confirmed signs of sexual assault through on-site observations and initial medical assessments, and the scene was secured as part of the ongoing investigation. The suspect was later released, with a court-imposed restraining order issued to protect the survivor as the case proceeds. [Source: Civil Guard]
According to sources familiar with the events, the incident occurred shortly after 1:15 a.m. on a Sunday. A patrol in the Last Data area came upon a half-dressed, distressed woman seeking assistance from the terrace of a chalet. The door to the building was opened by a man who had accompanied the woman into the home. Officers noted the victim appeared visibly surprised and likely under the influence, with inadequate clothing for the conditions. The scene suggested a sudden and forceful entry into the residence, prompting a rapid response from law enforcement. [Source: Civil Guard]
The woman reported she could not recall how she reached that address. She disclosed familiarity with the man, describing him as a local patron from a bar where she works, and referenced an after-party in Playa de Palma. The man recalled entering the building just after 11:30 a.m. to conclude his day and waking up unclothed in a bed nearby. He said he restrained the woman to prevent her from leaving, which raised grave concerns about her autonomy and safety. [Source: Civil Guard]
The victim stated a lack of any romantic relationship with men and indicated she is in a stable relationship with another woman. She also mentioned that she had been given medication, a detail that is considered important in the forensic process and in understanding the sequence of events. The Civil Guard documented the circumstances for the investigation, including items at the scene that suggested sexual activity, such as a used condom, and arranged for a medical evaluation. An ambulance transported the woman to Son Llàtzer Hospital for a thorough assessment by a forensic doctor and a gynecologist. Preliminary findings did not indicate visible injuries. [Source: Civil Guard]
The authorities charged the man with crimes of sexual abuse and illegal detention. He denied the allegations during questioning. His account stated that he and the woman had been talking at the bar that morning and had agreed to go to her home. He claimed that they shared a few kisses on the way home, but that sexual intercourse did not occur because he was experiencing illness. The case remains under investigation as investigators scrutinize both narratives and examine physical evidence, surveillance footage, and timeline details to establish a clear sequence of events. [Source: Civil Guard]
The suspect appeared before the 11th Investigation Court of Palma after a duty session. Following a formal hearing, the judge ordered the suspect’s release and imposed a precautionary restraining order on the survivor to ensure her safety while the case continues. The proceedings underscore the gravity of sexual violence cases and the need for careful verification of all facts through medical expertise and lawful process. [Source: Civil Guard]