Six individuals, comprising three men and three women, including a minor, were detained in connection with alleged group sexual assault in Cieza, a town in Murcia. Authorities indicated that the arrests followed information supplied by sources close to the case, which helped authorities map the sequence of events and identify those considered responsible for the alleged crimes.
Investigators say the suspects include relatives of the alleged offenders. The allegations describe a pattern of violence that extended beyond the assault itself, with the victims reportedly subjected to kidnapping, physical violence, and threats of death. The complainant provided details to authorities after fearing reprisals for speaking out during the investigation and initial inquiries.
According to the young woman who reported the incident, she was approached by the men near the exit of a local bar. The group allegedly shadowed her to her residence, where the sexual assault is alleged to have occurred in a brutal manner. The gravity of the incident prompted a swift response from law enforcement and the judicial system, underscoring the seriousness with which such cases are treated by local authorities.
Subsequent accounts indicate that several women linked to the suspects were involved in forcing the victim into a room, where additional violence and intimidation took place. The aim, as described by the victim, was to deter her from informing the authorities or any security organizations about the events. After managing to escape, the survivor reported the case to the local barracks, initiating a formal complaint that propelled the investigation forward.
The case has been escalated to the prosecutor’s office, with the involvement of the Armed Institute Judicial Police, the agency responsible for directing the inquiry. As the investigation progressed, authorities confirmed the detention of six individuals—three men, believed to be the primary perpetrators of the assault, and three women. All the suspects are reported to be Spanish nationals. Depending on their ages, those under 18 will be referred to the Juvenile Prosecutor’s Office, while adults are to appear before the Cieza Guard Court as the case proceeds through the judicial process.
The judicial authorities will determine the specific charges and proceed with the appropriate steps as the investigation continues to unfold. The case remains a focal point for the local community and the authorities, illustrating the ongoing commitment to addressing sexual violence and ensuring proper legal procedures are followed to safeguard the rights of the victims while presenting resources and support for those affected. Further updates will be released by the prosecutorial and police services in due course, with the public being kept informed through official channels. (Source: Prosecutor’s Office and Armed Institute Judicial Police)