The case highlights growing concerns over youth violence and sexual assault in public spaces, especially against women.
Victims' testimonies reveal a pattern of behavior from the assailant, indicating a calculated approach to the attacks, which raises questions about the psychological factors at play in such young offenders.
As the investigation continues, it is likely that more victims may come forward, prompting further scrutiny of the suspect's actions and background.
The case may lead to discussions on the adequacy of legal measures for handling juvenile offenders in serious crimes such as sexual assault.
A 14-year-old boy has been placed in pre-trial detention in Mulhouse, France, after being charged with rape and attempted rape. The boy, arrested on November 22, is suspected of attacking female joggers in the Illberg area. Four women have reported assaults, with one victim detailing a violent encounter on November 15 where she was raped and immobilized with a cord. Following her complaint, police established a surveillance operation that led to the boy's arrest when he matched the description provided by victims and was found with a cord in his possession.
The attacks, which began in September, involved similar methods, with the assailant using a cord to restrain victims. In addition to the November 15 incident, two other women reported attempted assaults on November 13 and September 18, while two earlier incidents occurred on October 23 and September 18 without the use of a cord. The suspect initially denied the sexual nature of the assaults but later confessed to the charges. The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek to identify additional victims.
