A teenage girl is hospitalized after suffering a sexual assault in Santiago de Cuba. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when the minor was attending a street party in the Artes y Oficios neighborhood in the main city.
According to independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, the victim, aged between 14 and 15, resides in the Polvorín area, a part of the Chicharrones neighborhood. Mayeta Labrada could not provide many details, as he has received some reports about her health but cannot disclose them without family authorization due to the sensitive nature of the incident.
"The perpetrator is a man who was on parole, as he is serving a prison sentence for the same crime," he reported on his Facebook page. Neighbors in the area recounted that the suspect has already been captured and is currently in police custody.
The reporter urged other possible victims who wish to share their stories about the assailant to come forward, assuring them that confidentiality will be maintained due to the delicate nature of the matter.
Details on the Sexual Assault in Santiago de Cuba
To provide more context and address possible questions, here are some frequently asked questions about the incident:
Where did the assault take place?
The assault took place in the Artes y Oficios neighborhood in Santiago de Cuba during a street party.
Who is the victim?
The victim is a teenage girl, aged between 14 and 15, who resides in the Polvorín area of the Chicharrones neighborhood.
Who is the perpetrator?
The perpetrator is a man currently serving a prison sentence for the same crime and was on parole at the time of the assault.