Those responsible for ‘Maranguita’ could be charged with dereliction of duty in the face of a sexual assault allegation, according to a criminal lawyer

Authorities at the Centro Juvenil de Diagnóstico y Rehabilitación de Lima, commonly known as 'Maranguita,' face potential legal scrutiny following reports of an alleged sexual assault involving an interned adolescent. A penal expert has suggested that officials could be investigated for omission of duties if negligence or a failure to supervise is established during the inquiry.

The investigation stems from a police report filed by the mother of the affected minor. The documentation details the circumstances surrounding the alleged incident between fellow residents at the facility, prompting a formal review of the center's internal oversight and safety protocols.