While the Catalan police have confirmed the arrest, they have not released specific details regarding the case. The Ripoll City Council stated they became aware of the situation through unofficial channels.
Mayor Sílvia Orriols claimed the individual in custody is the local mosque's imam and that the victim is a minor. These details remain unconfirmed by the Mossos d'Esquadra at this stage of the investigation.
“"The City Council will request to appear as a private prosecution when the trial is held against the imam accused of sexually assaulting a minor."
The local government has offered legal and social assistance to the victim's family as the judicial process begins.
