A 45-year-old Hispanic man was brought into custody by Valencia Local Police after being charged with raping a disabled woman who had been in a relationship with him for several months. The alleged assault came to light after the woman declined to accompany him, revealing that she had learned of his sexually transmitted disease status. In response, the man allegedly compelled her to have sexual relations through force and violence.
The case was initially handled by Valencia Court No. 5, which focuses on Violence Against Women. Local authorities informed this newspaper that the suspect was placed under temporary detention while the investigation continued. A formal request for temporary detention was processed within the court system as investigators collected evidence and prepared for further legal action.
The victim sought help at a local police checkpoint, where she reported the rape and was subsequently transported to a hospital in the capital region of Túria for a medical examination. A forensic doctor conducted a thorough assessment to document any injuries and collect evidence, which is standard procedure in cases of alleged sexual violence to support the prosecution’s case.
Following preliminary inquiries, members of the Maritime District unit of the Valencia Local Police located and arrested the man on Calle la Reina in Valencia. He was brought before the court for initial proceedings, at which time the case was directed to the appropriate violent-crime court given the prior relationship between the victim and the defendant. The court subsequently authorized the temporary detention for the individual while ongoing investigations continue, ensuring that the victim receives protection and that the legal process proceeds without delay.
Authorities stress that cases of sexual violence involving prior intimate relationships are treated with special care, and prosecutors work to apply all applicable statutes to safeguard the rights of the victim. The ongoing investigation aims to establish a clear account of events, corroborate the victim’s testimony with physical evidence, and determine whether additional charges are warranted.
In this context, law enforcement emphasizes the importance of reporting sexual violence promptly. The process often begins with a medical examination to document injuries and collect DNA and other critical evidence. Court procedures then determine whether continued detention is necessary to ensure the safety of the victim and to maintain the integrity of the investigation. The community, meanwhile, is reminded that support services are available for survivors and witnesses throughout the judicial process. [Source: Valencia Local Police reports and court statements].