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Three Minors Arrested in Vitoria-Gasteiz Over Suspected Anti-Gay Assault

Police say the case will proceed through the juvenile prosecutor.

Overview

  • Basque police detained two 17-year-olds and a 16-year-old minutes after an alleged assault on two young men in the Old Quarter.
  • The incident occurred around 6 a.m. after the victims left a leisure venue near the Aldabe Civic Center, according to their statements to officers.
  • Victims reported being knocked to the ground and struck with punches and kicks while hearing homophobic insults.
  • Multiple Ertzaintza units responded and located the suspected attackers on Siervas de Jesús street shortly after the call.
  • The detainees will be placed at the disposal of the Juvenile Prosecutor once police procedures conclude, with no further details on injuries or charges released.