Guajira authorities arrest three following child abuse report

An educational session at a school in the Marichen 2 sector of Guajira, Zulia state, led to the detection of alleged sexual abuse against a girl under the age of 12. During prevention talks conducted by Poliguajira officials, the minor reported suffering repeated aggressions.

Authorities apprehended three adults in connection with the case: Luis Alberto García, 46, identified as the alleged aggressor and a relative of the child; Ana Hilda Pineda Rincón, 26, the girl's mother; and Juan Carlos García, 49, the stepfather, who was reportedly aware of the situation.

The victim was transferred to a medical center for evaluation and subsequently referred to the National Service of Forensic Medicine and Sciences (Senamecf). The Council for the Protection of Children, Adolescents, and Youth (CPNNA) has intervened to ensure protective measures, and the case has been handed over to the 33rd Prosecutor's Office of the Public Ministry of Zulia state.