Daejeon Daedeok-gu Bathroom Attempted Rape Incident Stopped by Citizen's Courage
A man in his 30s has been arrested by the police for attempting to sexually assault a woman he did not know in a women's restroom on the first floor of a building in Daejeon Daedeok-gu.
The quick response of a citizen who heard the victim's screams prevented further harm.
On the 12th, the Daejeon Daedeok Police announced that they are investigating and have arrested a man, identified as A, on charges of attempted rape.
Unemployed A is accused of attempting to sexually assault an unknown woman in the women's restroom on the first floor of a building in Daedeok-gu around 1:30 PM on the 9th.
A citizen who heard the victim's screams rushed to the scene and subdued A, and the police, who immediately arrived, arrested him on the spot. Without this citizen's courageous actions, the situation could have escalated to more serious consequences.
Circumstances and Investigation Progress
During police questioning, A is reported to have claimed that he does not know the victim, stating, "I don’t remember because I was drunk." However, it seems unlikely that such a statement will absolve him of responsibility for the crime.
The police are investigating A to determine the exact circumstances of the event and are comprehensively reviewing the victim’s testimony and evidence from the scene. They are particularly focusing on whether there was premeditation and checking for any past records of similar crimes.
This incident again highlights the issue of women's safety in public spaces.
In recent years, sexual crimes in public restrooms and multi-use facilities have been occurring consistently, creating a pressing need for societal awareness.
Meanwhile, legal experts note that the crime of attempted rape can result in a prison sentence of over three years, just like the crime of rape. Additionally, the fact that A was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crime could serve as an aggravating factor, making it likely he will face severe penalties.
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