10-Year-Old Charged in Sexual Assault of Tourist in Cairns

A juvenile and three others were swiftly arrested following the attack on an Italian woman in the popular Australian tourist destination.

A 10-year-old boy and three other juveniles were arrested after allegedly assaulting a 23-year-old Italian tourist in Cairns.
The incident occurred in the Cairns CBD, where the woman was attacked after reporting the assault.
Authorities highlighted the quick response facilitated by extensive CCTV coverage in the area.
The young age of the alleged offenders has been described as particularly shocking by local police.
The investigation continues, with no additional charges filed against others involved at this time.