In a disturbing incident that has ignited public fury in Italy, a 14-year-old girl was subjected to a harrowing rape while waiting for a bus in Bolzano. The alleged perpetrator, a 40-year-old man of Pakistani origin, approached the young girl under the pretense of asking for directions.
Local Media Reports, A 14-year-old girl was reportedly raped while waiting for a bus in Bolzano by a 40-year-old Pakistani man who approached her for “directions.”
According to reports, the girl fought back during the attack, eventually managing to escape and notify the authorities. The suspect, who had been legally residing in Italy and was employed in Verona before relocating to Bolzano for work in a local restaurant, was apprehended as he attempted to flee the scene. He remains in custody pending further legal proceedings.
The assault has drawn strong condemnation from Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini, who expressed his outrage over the incident. In response to the attack, residents of Bolzano have organized a torchlight vigil to protest the assault, highlighting the community’s shock and solidarity with the victim.
This incident has reignited debates on safety, immigration, and the integration of foreign nationals in Italy, with calls for increased measures to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure public safety. The community continues to rally, demanding justice for the young victim and reflection on broader societal issues.
