Osvaldo Fassetta detained in Argentine Agostina Vega femicide probe

Police in Argentina arrested 47‑year‑old Osvaldo Fassetta on accusations of aggravated concealment in the femicide case of teenager Agostina Vega. The investigation centres on Claudio Barrelier as the principal suspect, and authorities say Fassetta was linked to the home where the crime is believed to have occurred, noting a change in the bedding and alleged footprints on a mattress.

Fassetta’s lawyer, Eduardo Allende, rejected the concealment charge, insisting his client never saw the victim, contributed to the search for her, and provided an alibi based on security‑camera footage showing he was working early on Sunday. The defense also questioned the relevance of phone messages and other evidence presented by prosecutors. The case remains under secrecy, with further suspects such as Soledad Andreani under scrutiny and the possibility of additional arrests.