Valencia School Sexual Assault: One Charged, Others Cleared Due to Age

Valencia School Sexual Assault: One Charged, Others Cleared Due to Age A serious case of group sexual assault involving minors has shaken a school in Valencia, Spain. The incident, which occurred in March 2023, saw a 13-year-old student subjected to inappropriate sexual conduct by five classmates at Colegio Nuestra Señora de Loreto. Two years later, the Valencia Juvenile Prosecutor's Office has only charged one of the perpetrators. The other four were not charged because they were 13 years old at the time of the incident. "Two years after the reported events, only one of those involved has been accused," stated a spokesperson for 20minutos. "The other two invoked their right to remain silent." This has led to criticism from parents who feel the school lacked transparency and forced the victim into continued proximity with his assailants. The school administration insists that it followed all established protocols after the psychologist alerted them to the situation in June 2023. However, the parents' concerns highlight the challenges of handling such sensitive incidents within educational settings. The case underscores the complexities of juvenile justice and the need for clear communication and support for victims and their families.