A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Bernardino Batista, a city in the Sertão region of Paraíba, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl. The police confirmed that the arrest took place on Friday, following an investigation that began when the girl's mother learned of the incident and reported it to the city's Guardianship Council. According to the military police, the abuse reportedly occurred on February 13, with the girl indicating that it was a consensual relationship, notwithstanding Brazilian law that criminalizes such conduct due to the age of the minor.

The case came to light when the girl's mother discovered the situation and sought help from the appropriate authorities, prompting a police investigation that led to the suspect's arrest. Both the young girl and her mother provided statements to the police, along with the accused man, as the police moved forward with their inquiry into the matter. It highlights the ongoing issues of sexual abuse and the legal implications surrounding cases involving minors in Brazil.

As of the latest update, the suspect remains in custody while the Police Civil continues its investigation. The case underscores the importance of parental awareness and legal protections in safeguarding children, as well as the role of local authorities in addressing allegations of abuse effectively.