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Argentina Advances Sexual-Abuse Cases With Fugitive’s Capture, New Arrest and Nightclub Conviction

Forensic interviews and court protections are steering cases toward trial and sentencing.

Overview

  • A 25-year-old was arrested in the northwest Buenos Aires conurbation after a 2023 complaint, with Cámara de Gesell examinations and testimony indicating one cousin was abused from age 12 over four years and another cousin was also victimized.
  • Police in Parque Patricios detained E.A.F., 49, a suspect wanted since 2016 for abuso sexual agravado, after tracking him under an August 12 court order and placing him at the disposal of TOC 18, presided by Judge Domingo Luis Altieri.
  • Prosecutors requested a 15-year sentence for an ex-police officer accused of repeatedly abusing his partner’s daughter, with Judge Mercedes Rico to deliver a verdict next Monday and the accusers seeking offender registry entry, treatment and a no-contact order.
  • A judge in Jujuy issued a six-year effective sentence for abuso sexual con acceso carnal and aggravated injuries against a man who assaulted his ex-partner inside a nightclub, ordering custody upon finalization, protective restrictions and genetic profiling for the national registry.
  • In Caleta Olivia, a detainee accused of abusing his 7-year-old stepdaughter was assaulted by other inmates inside a police station, prompting an inquiry into the forced cell security and leaving the suspect with minor injuries under the oversight of the Juzgado de Instrucción Penal N° 2.