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Mother faces eight-hour hearing in daughter's sexual abuse case

Mother faces eight-hour hearing in daughter's sexual abuse case

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Sources not specified In the courts
  • Alejandra Quintos Martínez continues her legal fight for justice for her daughter, Dafne Zapata Quintos.
  • She endured an eight-hour court hearing for a case involving sexual abuse allegations against Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Enríquez.
  • Quintos Martínez expressed unwavering determination, stating that "for a mother, there is no fatigue" in the pursuit of truth.

Alejandra Quintos Martínez remains steadfast in her pursuit of justice for her daughter, Dafne Zapata Quintos, enduring an arduous eight-hour court hearing. Emerging from the Integral Justice Center in Ciudad Mante, she expressed gratitude for media presence and reaffirmed her commitment to the legal battle.

I thank you for being here covering this, and I continue to demand justice for my daughter Dafne Zapata Quintos; in both cases, I remain in the same position.

— Alejandra Quintos MartínezReaffirming her commitment to the legal fight for her daughter.

"I thank you for being here covering this, and I continue to demand justice for my daughter Dafne Zapata Quintos; in both cases, I remain in the same position," Quintos Martínez stated. She emphasized her resolve, adding, "I stopped to tell you thank you, and I will continue with this fight for justice and truth."

Despite the lengthy proceedings, Quintos Martínez conveyed profound maternal strength. When asked if the day was difficult, she responded tearfully, "Yes, very much, but for a mother, there is no fatigue. There never has been." Her dedication highlights the emotional toll and unwavering commitment involved in seeking justice for her daughter.

I stopped to tell you thank you, and I will continue with this fight for justice and truth.

— Alejandra Quintos MartínezExpressing her determination to continue seeking justice.

The hearing on Monday concerned allegations of sexual abuse against Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Enríquez. The accused participated in the proceedings via Zoom at his lawyers' request, citing security concerns. Quintos Martínez confirmed that further hearings are scheduled, indicating that the legal process is ongoing and her fight continues.

Yes, very much, but for a mother, there is no fatigue. There never has been.

— Alejandra Quintos MartínezDescribing her endurance during the long court hearing.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.