Authorities in Corfu are investigating a particularly serious case of child sexual abuse, with a 51-year-old man accused of systematically abusing his 8-year-old granddaughter inside the family home, in a village in central Corfu.
According to ERT, the case came to light when the 8-year-old visited a doctor with her mother. During the examination, the doctor reportedly identified signs indicating abuse and informed the child’s mother. Subsequently, the mother contacted the police and filed a complaint, leading to the launch of an investigation into exactly what had happened and for how long.
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According to the information available so far, evidence emerged during the preliminary investigation that led to the arrest of the 51-year-old man. The man, a permanent resident of Corfu and an Albanian national, was brought before the prosecutor today, September 10, and requested a postponement in order to prepare his defense.
According to reports, he denies the charges.
The child’s parents have also filed a criminal complaint, and the preliminary investigation is ongoing. Police are working to determine the duration of the alleged abuse, the exact circumstances under which it occurred, and any other details that may shed light on the case.
The investigation is proceeding with particular care, as it involves a minor, and all evidence gathered will be included in the case file to be reviewed by the judicial authorities.
Source: Proto Thema
