# Sexual violence incidents in Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sexual-violence-incidents-in-italy
> Updated: 2026-08-19T10:41:28.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate separate incidents of sexual violence involving minors in the Italian regions of Matera and Foggia.

In Metaponto, an 18-year-old man was arrested in flagrante delicto following the assault of a 17-year-old girl near a beach during the Ferragosto holiday. Authorities seized the suspect’s clothing and mobile phone as part of the investigation.

In Foggia, a 21-year-old man was arrested for the alleged sexual violence, robbery, and aggravated injury of a 16-year-old girl. The victim reported that the suspect diverted a vehicle to a rural area, assaulted her, and stole her phone. While the suspect denies the violent allegations, prosecutors are utilizing medical reports, testimonies, and an emergency audio recording as evidence.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Foggia: 21-year-old arrested for alleged sexual violence and robbery

A 21-year-old man in Foggia, Italy, faces charges of sexual violence, robbery, and assault against a 16-year-old girl. The suspect denies the allegations, while prosecutors cite medical reports and emergency 11

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/foggia-21-year-old-arrested-for-alleged-sexual-violence-and-robbery

### 2026-08-15: Metaponto: 18-year-old arrested for sexual assault of a teenager

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Metaponto, Italy, for the sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl during the Ferragosto holiday.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/metaponto-18-year-old-arrested-for-sexual-assault-of-a-teenager

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