Lanzarote Sexual Assault Case Due in Court
A man is due to stand trial in Lanzarote next week after prosecutors requested a 12-year prison sentence over an alleged sexual assault involving his wife’s niece at a hotel in Costa Teguise.
The case is due to be heard by the Second Section of the Provincial Court of Las Palmas on 29 September 2026. The allegations relate to events in December 2023 and concern a young woman who was 22 at the time.
What prosecutors allege happened
According to the prosecution case reported on 24 September 2026, the accused, identified by the initials A.D.C.V., allegedly used a relationship of trust to persuade the woman to accompany him to a hotel in Costa Teguise.
The prosecution says the woman was interested in learning massage techniques and was told that clients were waiting at the hotel. She was allegedly told that learning the work could also provide an opportunity to earn extra money.
Once inside a hotel room, prosecutors allege that the situation changed and that the woman was subjected to unwanted sexual contact. The prosecution says she became completely blocked during the incident and was subsequently forced to carry out a sexual act.
The allegations have not been determined by a court. The accused is due to face trial, and any final finding of guilt will depend on the evidence considered by the court.
What sentence is being requested?
The Provincial Prosecutor's Office is seeking 12 years in prison if the defendant is convicted.
It is also requesting:
· A 13-year prohibition on approaching or communicating with the alleged victim.
· Six years of supervised release following the prison sentence.
· An 18-year disqualification from working in professions or activities involving minors.
· €50,000 in compensation to the alleged victim for civil liability.
The prosecution's requests are not the same as a court sentence. The final outcome will be decided by the court after the trial.
The case and Costa Teguise
Costa Teguise is one of Lanzarote's major holiday resorts and is home to hotels, apartments, restaurants, beaches and tourist attractions. The case concerns an alleged incident at a hotel in the resort in December 2023.
For visitors to Lanzarote, it is important to keep the distinction clear between an individual criminal case and the general safety of a holiday destination. The allegation relates to a specific accused person and a specific incident.
Why this case is being reported now
The prosecution case has been reported because the trial is scheduled to take place at the Provincial Court of Las Palmas in Lanzarote on 29 September 2026.
The allegations date back almost three years, to 15 December 2023 according to the prosecution details reported by Diario de Lanzarote. The latest reports therefore concern the upcoming court proceedings rather than a newly reported incident.
Support for victims of sexual violence in Lanzarote
Anyone affected by sexual violence or gender-based violence can seek professional support in Lanzarote and across the Canary Islands. The latest report from La Voz de Lanzarote lists the 016 helpline for victims of gender-based violence and a 24-hour comprehensive assistance service on 647 755 021.
If you are a visitor and need urgent help, contact the emergency services on 112. Hotel reception staff, local police and healthcare services can also help direct visitors to appropriate support.
A developing court case
At this stage, the 12-year sentence is a request from the prosecution, not a sentence imposed by a judge. The trial is scheduled for 29 September 2026, when the court will consider the case and the evidence presented.
The accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Allegations in this article are attributed to the prosecution case and published reports.
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