Ontinyent in Valencia has reported its eighth case of sexual violence this year. The National Police are actively investigating the rape of a young woman who was visiting the town as a tourist. The incident concerns the moment she returned to the residence she shared with friends, after spending the night out, and then found herself confronted at the building’s entrance. The investigation focuses on reconstructing the sequence of events and identifying how the assault occurred in the early hours of the night’s end. Authorities are collecting testimonies, examining forensic evidence, and reviewing nearby surveillance footage to build a complete timeline and determine the perpetrator’s movements that night.
The events unfolded in the early hours of Saturday into Sunday, with reports noting it was around 05:30 when the attack occurred. Local reports indicate the assailant followed the victim to the doorway and forcibly assaulted her as she entered the building. The seriousness of the act prompted a rapid response from emergency services and law enforcement, who coordinated to ensure the victim’s safety and initiate a formal investigative process. The case has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about personal safety in public and residential spaces, especially for visitors who may be unfamiliar with local streets and night life patterns.
After the assault, the young woman managed to escape and contacted people who had accompanied her earlier in the evening. She was taken to a location where forensic medical examination could be arranged and documented. Police have opened a comprehensive inquiry based on the survivor’s account and are cross-checking it with surveillance data from the area, seeking to identify the attacker and verify other potential witnesses. Officers conducted initial checks and followed potential leads, with ongoing operations aimed at locating the suspect and ensuring the safety of residents and visitors alike.
A solidarity rally was organized in Ontinyent this afternoon under the banner Per una Vall d’Albaida lliure de violències sexual, showing community support for the victim. The gathering was planned to take place at Plaza de la Concepción at 8pm, inviting residents to stand together against sexual violence and advocate for safer neighborhoods. Civic organizations and local residents emphasized the importance of reporting incidents, supporting victims, and improving preventative measures in the community to deter such offenses in the future.