12-year-old transferred to juvenile detention center for alleged sexual abuse of 9-year-old

A 12-year-old boy accused of sexually abusing a 9-year-old girl has been transferred to the Papafio Foundation Child Care Center in Thessaloniki, a decision made after his testimony before a child psychologist on Friday.

The boy admitted to having sex with the 9-year-old, which was confirmed by a forensic examination, but denied the allegations, saying it was consensual. The judge has not yet decided how long he will remain in Papafio.

The case came to light after the 9-year-old’s grandfather filed a complaint. The 12-year-old’s guardians were remanded in custody but have since been released without restrictions.