Two men detained in Alicante on suspicion of sexually assaulting a minor, investigation continues
In Alicante, two individuals were taken into custody after allegations emerged that a 14-year-old girl was assaulted on a Tuesday evening. One of the suspects was freed within 24 hours after investigators noted inconsistencies in early statements, prompting questions about the initial report and contributing to the fresh scrutiny that led to the arrest. The second man remains in police custody and is expected to be processed at the Benalúa courts on Friday as part of the case involving alleged sexual violence against a minor.
Sexual assault against a minor carries serious penalties, with potential prison terms that reflect the gravity of offenses against young people. The law aims to safeguard the sexual integrity of youths and can result in lengthy sentences depending on the context and any aggravating factors involved in the incident.
Both men, aged 22, were detained by agents from the National Police as they appeared to be trying to reach a train bound for the southern part of the country. The arrests followed a police intervention at the Adif station area in Alicante.
The detention occurred shortly after authorities activated the provincial police protocol for an alleged assault involving a 14-year-old girl, a protocol designed to ensure swift, coordinated action and thorough examination of all pertinent facts. (Source: Policía Nacional attribution)
According to initial statements, the two suspects are said to have approached the girl around four in the afternoon near a local supermarket in the plan area. It was reported that one of them allegedly threatened the girl with a knife in the supermarket, with plans to assault her in a bathroom and then take her to a separate location, where another confrontation was described. The events reportedly progressed with the use of threats, and at one point the minors described a second location used during the incident. (Source: Policía Nacional attribution)
Authorities have confirmed that the two teenagers involved were not living together, and that administrative records show one of the suspects has issues related to immigration while the other had a separate record for property offenses. There is no confirmation at this time linking either individual to a sexual offense beyond the current accusations, and investigators continue to explore all possible explanations, including whether there was prior information shared between the suspects and the minor through online networks. (Source: Policía Nacional attribution)
As investigations proceed, police are careful to examine every plausible scenario while verifying the factual accuracy of the initial accounts. Although early reports suggested a supermarket incident and a separate castle location, authorities say they are methodically reviewing the statements to determine what happened and to corroborate the timeline of events. (Source: Policía Nacional attribution)
Details remain preliminary and subject to change as magistrates and investigators gather additional evidence. The public is reminded that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The regional police department is continuing its inquiries and will provide updates through official channels as the case evolves. (Source: Policía Nacional attribution)