215 minors victims of sexual violence in the Canary Islands in two years. Expansion of the 112 number
In the Canary Islands, 215 cases of sexual violence against persons under the age of 18 were recorded over a two-year period. The regional government is expanding the infrastructure of the emergency number 112.
Statistics indicate 215 victims under the age of 18 in the last two years. The Gobierno de Canarias announced the expansion of the emergency phone infrastructure 112 Canarias. The expansion aims to improve the effectiveness of rescue interventions.
ASG (Asociación de Servicios Sociales) demands equal quality of assistance for victims of sexual violence on La Gomera and El Hierro.
This means: The increase in reports may reflect better accessibility of assistance or greater social awareness. The expansion of the 112 network means that contact with rescue services can be faster in case of an emergency.