The account concerns a serious criminal case from Burjassot, Valencia, involving multiple alleged assaults reported to the authorities on 16 May 2022. The case is documented by the Valencian Institute of Forensic Medicine, and a forensic expert from the IML concluded that the testimonies of the two young girls are credible and will form part of the main evidence against the four minors accused. The prosecutor is seeking a lengthy prison sentence and extended supervision if convicted.
The two girls, referred to as X and Y to preserve anonymity, share overlapping details of the events and their ordeal. X was subjected to a series of assaults, while Y endured a separate episode of violence. The girls acknowledge meeting two of the defendants two days prior to the events.
Overview of the events
On the first day, the girls wandered around Burjassot, where the defendant resides, with no immediate danger apparent to them. Later, they encountered the same individuals again and, after a period of conversation, accompanied them to an secluded dwelling. Inside, a basement space contained two beds separated by a curtain.
Initial encounters were described as consensual by the young witnesses, but the situation quickly escalated. Both girls resisted as the events progressed, making clear verbal refusals.
Y recalls explicitly saying no and asking for the situation to stop, while X reports a similar refusal and emotional distress. Both emphasize that the situation escalated despite their protests, and they understood that resisting could lead to more harm.
Escalation and danger
According to the prosecutor, when others came downstairs, the situation intensified. Some participants left, but several remained, and the dynamic shifted, with the presence of more men complicating the circumstances. The witnesses describe being restrained and subjected to coercive actions while attempting to protect themselves.
The victims describe fear, confusion, and repeated attempts to end the distress, alongside the perception that resistance might provoke further harm. They express that they felt they could not safely escape at the moment.
The aftermath and emotional impact
Following the events, both girls reported symptoms consistent with trauma, including anxiety, insomnia, and fear. They have faced social media scrutiny and cyberbullying that amplified their distress. The case is under judicial review in Valencia, with investigations continuing into the broader circumstances and individuals involved.
Medical examinations documented the sexual assault in both cases, conducted promptly after the incidents. Law enforcement and child protection authorities coordinated to ensure the girls received support and safety, and a broader set of charges is being pursued within the applicable legal framework.
Support and safety
A third young person helped by recording a short video during the incident and alerted a guardian, triggering police involvement. The vigilance of bystanders and the early intervention by authorities contributed to the ongoing investigation.
Ongoing legal context
The case continues in the Valencian court system with multiple parties involved, including prosecutors, defense representatives, medical experts, and child protection agencies. The outcome will depend on the presentation of evidence and the legal process that follows.