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71-year-old man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of a minor

Panamanian border service agents have arrested a 71-year-old man in Changuinola on suspicion of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl. The investigation dates back to 2022.


71-year-old man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of a minor

Units of the Intelligence and Investigation Directorate of the National Border Service (SENAFRONT) apprehended in Changuinola, Bocas del Toro, a 71-year-old man allegedly linked to sexual offenses against a 16-year-old minor.

A report from SENAFRONT reveals that investigations date back to 2022, and as a result of the corresponding procedures, the suspect was located and captured.

The citizen was made available to the Public Ministry for the relevant legal proceedings.

This police action adds to another similar operation effectively carried out by the National Border Service in less than 24 hours.