Man who attempted to abuse an 11-year-old girl in Valverde sentenced to five years in prison

Valverde. – A court in the Valverde province sentenced a man to five years in prison after finding him guilty of attempting to sexually abuse an 11-year-old girl, in an incident that occurred in that jurisdiction.

The sentence was issued after the Public Prosecutor’s Office presented evidence that allowed for the criminal responsibility of the accused to be proven in the attempted sexual assault against the minor, whose identity is kept confidential to protect her rights and integrity.

According to the court file, the events occurred when the convicted person attempted to commit the abuse against the girl, an action that was prevented and subsequently reported to the competent authorities.

Court accepted evidence from the Public Prosecutor’s Office

During the trial, representatives of the Public Prosecutor’s Office presented testimonial, expert, and documentary evidence that supported the accusation and allowed the court to establish the defendant’s liability.

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The conviction is part of the authorities’ efforts to punish crimes committed against children and adolescents, guaranteeing the protection of their rights and access to justice.

Child protection

The authorities reiterated their commitment to pursue and bring to justice any action that threatens the physical, emotional, or sexual integrity of minors.

Likewise, they urged citizens to immediately report any situation of violence or abuse against children and adolescents, in order to guarantee a timely intervention by the competent authorities.