Disturbing video: rape and torture of a minor sparks controversy in Lebanon

Published September 26th, 2023 - 08:48 GMT
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ALBAWABA The recent events in Lebanon have stirred a wave of shock  across social media platforms, as activists and concerned citizens reacted strongly to a distressing video depicting a horrifying incident of sexual assault and torture involving a minor.

A 14-year-old girl fell victim to a sinister scheme when she was lured by a woman in her twenties to a residence situated in the vicinity of Beirut, the country's capital. 

The gravity of the situation compelled activists to take action, and they began disseminating the identities of those allegedly involved in the crime. 

The circulated information indicates that the rapist is named Hani, of Palestinian nationality, who had enlisted the assistance of another woman named Maryam. As for the third criminal, his name is Jamal, and he intentionally filmed the rape crime in an attempt to humiliate and blackmail her and her family.

The video itself was profoundly disturbing, depicting the young victim desperately attempting to defend herself against her attackers, a poignant testament to her harrowing experience.

Images of the young man accused of the crime circulated widely, fueling the demand for justice.

Social media users fervently called upon the authorities to launch a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crime.