Italian judge releases man accused of sexually assaulting 13-year-old; Justice Minister sends inspectors
In Turin, Italy, a judge ordered the release of a 42-year-old man arrested for allegedly forcing a 13-year-old girl to undergo sexual acts in the minimarket where he worked. The judge acknowledged serious indications of guilt, supported by the victim's coherent account and surveillance footage, but released him with only a signature obligation, citing his clean criminal record, cooperative attitude, and remorse. The man had also been seen on video harassing another woman shortly before. The prosecutor had requested pretrial detention. Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, while respecting judicial independence, ordered inspectors to the Turin court to review the case due to its exceptional nature and social alarm.
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The judge found 'serious indications of guilt' but ordered release with an obligation to sign, citing the man's clean record, collaborative attitude, and remorse.
A 42-year-old man was arrested in Turin for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in a minimarket.
The judge cited the suspect's clean record, cooperative attitude, and remorse.
The Justice Ministry will send inspectors to the Turin court to review the case.
The suspect was also seen on video harassing another woman shortly before the incident.
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The judge did not validate the police's fermo, citing no founded risk of flight.
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Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized the decision, saying it undermines security policies.
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The victim's family reported the incident to police immediately.
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A judge in Turin released a 42-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in a minimarket, citing his clean record and remorse. The Justice Minister ordered inspectors to review the case due to public alarm.
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