Following his apprehension, Asensio was transferred to Bahía Blanca, where he declined to make a statement before prosecutor Diego Torres. He has been formally charged with aggravated sexually abusive behavior committed by a person entrusted with the education or custody of the victim, stemming from alleged incidents involving three adolescents between 2011 and 2014 when he worked with women’s hockey in Monte Hermoso.
Sporting Club de Mar del Plata Issues Official Response
Sporting Club de Mar del Plata released an official statement on Monday addressing the arrest of their active hockey coach. According to the institution, the news caught club leadership by surprise via media reports. The organization stated that the events under judicial investigation did not occur at the club and bear no connection to activities currently carried out at the institution. Because the legal case remains active, club officials noted they will respect the proper legal channels and timelines necessary to clarify the facts.
Institutional Responsibility and Safeguarding Protocols
The club emphasized its duty to protect players and foster a secure, respectful environment. According to Sporting Club de Mar del Plata’s statement, open communication channels remain available for players, families, and staff to report any behavior, situation, or circumstance causing discomfort or risk. The organization concluded its message by affirming that listening, supporting, and taking action form a core responsibility of the club.
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Investigation Background and Legal Status
The judicial case against Asensio regained momentum following testimonies gathered over recent years concerning his tenure in Monte Hermoso over a decade ago. Asensio remains detained under charges of aggravated sexual abuse while awaiting further court proceedings overseen by prosecutor Diego Torres. The ongoing investigation focuses strictly on historical allegations tied to his prior coaching assignments rather than any recent actions within his most recent club affiliation.
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