MADRID — A Spanish court on Tuesday heard final arguments from lawyers and defendants in a gang rape trial that has gripped Spain and triggered criticism over how cases involving alleged abuse of women are handled. There was also a flurry of debate in the media over whether the woman was telling the truth. On Nov. 17, demonstrations in support of the woman, who has not been identified, were held in several Spanish cities. The detective report that triggered so much criticism was later withdrawn by the defence. The judge hearing the case for the past two weeks will issue a verdict in the coming weeks.

Source: National Post November 28, 2017 17:16 UTC