Women Investigated for Public Indecency After Dancing at Gas Station

Two women are facing investigation in Mariano Roque Alonso, Paraguay, after videos surfaced showing them performing what authorities deemed "obscene" dances in a public gas station. Prosecutor Blanca Záracho has ordered their detention for questioning as part of an investigation into alleged violations of Article 132 of the Penal Code, which addresses exhibitionist acts.

The prosecutor clarified that the order was for detention to facilitate the investigation, not an arrest warrant. The case was initiated following a report from the 10th Police Station, which included videos from social media. The police requested the women's detention as their addresses were not initially specified in the report.

Article 132 of the Penal Code states: "Whoever performs obscene acts that offend public decency." Záracho affirmed that the women's actions fit this definition, emphasizing that the law is clear on such offenses. The complaint originated from individuals present at the gas station who felt offended by the women's conduct.

According to the prosecutor, the women allegedly lowered their pants during certain dance moves, exposing their buttocks. The complaints specifically highlighted the inappropriateness of such behavior in a public space like a gas station, which is frequented by families and other individuals. The incident occurred in a public area where people were present, leading to the feeling of offense among witnesses.