Eight Men Charged in Magaluf Rape Case

Eight men, seven from France and one from Switzerland, face a potential total of 151 years in prison for allegedly gang-raping an 18-year-old British tourist at the BH Mallorca Resort in Magaluf on August 14, 2023. The Spanish public prosecutors seek individual sentences ranging from 18 to 20 years for each defendant, who have been held in custody since their arrests. The prosecution's indictment details horrific acts, including the men reportedly taking turns to rape the victim while filming the assault and sharing the videos on social media. The attackers allegedly lured the semi-conscious woman into a hotel room after plying her with alcohol and invited others to join them. The trial is set to begin soon, with the prosecution also requesting €100,000 in compensation for the victim due to the trauma suffered. The case has shocked the public and raised concerns over safety for tourists in party destinations.