The National Police have launched an investigation into an alleged rape of a young British tourist in the early hours of Friday morning on a beach in Palma. The victim had initially gone to the beach with a man for consensual sex. However, she was then assaulted by another man who joined them and subsequently forced himself on her.
After the incident, both men stole the victim’s belongings and fled the scene. The victim returned to the UK hours later.
Details of the incident
The events, according to sources close to the investigation, began late Thursday night and continued into the early hours of Friday. The 30-year-old woman from London was walking through Plaza de España when she was approached by an unknown man who offered her drugs for free. She accepted, and they walked together to a nearby beach. There, they decided to engage in consensual sex, but the situation took a dramatic turn when another man appeared and forced himself on the tourist despite her resistance.
Aftermath and response
Following the assault, both men stole her personal belongings and quickly left the scene. The distressed woman sought help, and the police were soon on the scene. A patrol unit transported her to Son Espases Hospital, where she was examined in the emergency gynaecology department. A duty forensic doctor was also called to the hospital and activated the appropriate protocols for such cases.
Police investigation
The police took her statement and gathered all relevant information, which was then forwarded to the magistrate on duty. The victim, visibly shaken by the ordeal, expressed her desire to file a formal complaint. Being in a state of shock, she was unable to provide detailed information about the perpetrator of the alleged rape.
The National Police are continuing their investigation into this incident. They are urging anyone with information that might aid their inquiries to come forward. The safety and well-being of tourists and residents are of utmost priority, and the authorities are committed to ensuring that justice is served.