A Limassol court has placed a man in custody following the alleged sexual assault of a primary school student, prompting a swift investigation by local authorities.
- A Limassol court has placed a man in custody following the alleged sexual assault of a primary school student, prompting a swift investigation by local authorities.
The incident unfolded when the victim, a girl under the age of 10, was returning home from school. According to police reports, the suspect boarded the same bus as the child and subsequently followed her after she exited at a central city stop.
Once off the bus, the girl reported that she was followed and inappropriately touched, an alarming event that has raised significant concern within the community. In response, the Specialised Unit for the Investigation of Child Sexual Abuse has been actively involved in the case.
Crucial to the investigation was the analysis of CCTV footage from both the bus and nearby businesses. This digital evidence corroborated the victim’s account, showing the suspect boarding the bus shortly after the girl and trailing her once they reached the stop. Following this pivotal discovery, police were able to identify and arrest the individual.
The suspect faced a closed-door hearing to protect the minor’s privacy, reflecting the sensitive nature of the case. The court has ordered a five-day remand, allowing investigators time to finalise statements and explore any potential links to other unsolved harassment cases in the district.
The community is understandably shaken by these events, with parents expressing concern for their children’s safety. Local authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward, as they work diligently to ensure justice for the victim and prevent similar incidents in the future.
