Feb 20 • 23:04 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Man arrested and charged with rape of a minor against a teenager in Sertão da PB; mother of the victim was also indicted

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged with the sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl in Paraíba's Sertão region, while the victim's mother is also under investigation.

A young man, aged 20, has been apprehended and charged with the crime of sexual abuse of a minor in Coremas, located in the Sertão region of Paraíba, Brazil. This incident comes to light following an investigation initiated by the Civil Police during the execution of a search warrant at a property suspected of being involved in drug trafficking. The warrant was executed about 30 days prior, leading to further inquiries into the sexual assault allegation.

Investigator Thitto de Amorim has confirmed that the new inquiry was opened specifically to investigate the crime of sexual abuse against the minor. Evidence gathered during the investigation pointed to the accused's involvement in various illicit sexual activities directed towards the 14-year-old girl. Both the man and the victim's mother have been brought to the police station for questioning, indicating a broader concern regarding the circumstances surrounding the abuse.

The implications of this case extend beyond individual accountability, bringing attention to issues of child protection and the responsibilities of guardians in overseeing minors' well-being. As the investigation continues, it raises awareness about the vulnerabilities faced by adolescents in similar socio-economic contexts and the legal frameworks necessary for their protection from such predatory actions.

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