The Latvian State Police have apprehended a man, born in 2003, suspected of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl. The situation came to light after the girl was taken to the hospital, where she complained of stomach pains and was found to be pregnant. This incident raised serious concerns regarding the girl's well-being and the lack of awareness or concealment of her condition by her family. The girl was reportedly at least halfway through her pregnancy when the medical staff intervened.

In response to the alarming situation, the police have initiated a criminal investigation against the suspect, who is currently in custody facing the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence. As the investigation unfolds, law enforcement officials have not released further information, leaving the community and concerned parties awaiting updates on this distressing case.

Additionally, this week has seen a discussion regarding housing support in Latvia, as coalition party representatives agreed to increase the calculation coefficient for housing benefits. This decision is expected to enhance the availability of aid to residents, with an anticipated rise in the number of beneficiaries from approximately 30,000 last year to around 34,000 this year. These developments reflect ongoing efforts to address both social issues and community support mechanisms in the country.