Process start in Vienna: Young people charged because of serious abuse

Process start in Vienna: Young people charged because of serious abuse

After a shocking incident in Vienna favorites, where a 13-year-old girl is said to have been sexually abused in the previous year, two court hearings have now been scheduled. The first trial of a 17-year-old will take place on November 26, and he is accused of a suspected rape in a parking garage. A week later, on December 5th, a 16-year-old is in court for rape and attempted sexual coercion.

The two accused got to know the victim at the beginning of last year. The alleged attacks are said to have taken place in January and February 2023. Investigations led the authorities to the suspects by evaluating the girl's mobile phone, where they had discovered chats and information that indicated the suspects. In particular, a conversation with the 16-year-old, which took place via Instagram, led to his identification. The 17-year-old also emphasized that he had never talked about age and believed that he had mutually acceptable sex with a peer.

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originally was determined against the 16-year-old only because of sexual abuse of underage. However, a more detailed examination by the public prosecutor showed that violence may have been involved, which led to an indictment for rape. In addition, he is accused of having tried to force the girl into further sexual acts after the first sexual intercourse by threatening to publicly make stressful video material.

The girl is said to have gave the impression of being older than 14, which may have influenced the circumstances of the attacks. This complex and tragic situation not only entails legal, but also social issues. It remains to be seen how the further development runs, as www.puls24.at reports .