Hugo Mallo: Conviction for Sexual Assault in Soccer Incident
Hugo Mallo's Conviction Overview
In a shocking turn of events, Hugo Mallo, the former Celta Vigo star, has been convicted of sexual assault for inappropriately interacting with a woman dressed as a mascot. The incident occurred prior to a La Liga game in 2019, drawing significant media attention.
Details of the Incident
- Mallo was found guilty of touching the breasts of the mascot, who wore the Espanyol parakeet costume.
- A judge imposed a fine of 6000 euros and ordered 1000 euros in damages to the victim.
- Despite the ruling, Mallo maintains his innocence and plans to appeal the decision.
The soccer player expressed on Instagram that while his hand may have made contact with the mascot's waist, he vehemently denies any inappropriate touching. The case was dismissed initially but was later reopened on appeal.
Consequences and Future Actions
As part of the ruling, Mallo will also be responsible for covering the legal costs involved in the proceedings. Both Celta and Espanyol, Mallo's former clubs, found no evidence against him at the time.
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