Second Trial for Colono Child Abuse Case Begins Behind Closed Doors
The second trial concerning the sexual abuse of a minor in Colono commenced in secret, involving 17 defendants accused of engaging in sexual acts with a minor for pay. Most are foreign nationals; initially, 18 were charged, but one has passed away. Tension rose in court when the freed mother of the victim verbally attacked two defendants, while only the victim’s aunt supported the charges. The proceedings faced delays due to the lack of interpreters for Pakistani and Bangladeshi languages, prompting a recess to the following day. Supporters rallied outside the court to show solidarity with the victim and her family.