Colombian Footballer Sebastián Villa Acquitted in High-Profile Abuse Case

Colombian footballer Sebastián Villa was acquitted of charges related to sexual abuse in Argentina, concluding a significant legal battle that began in 2021.

• The Tribunal Oral en lo Criminal N.º 4 of Lomas de Zamora ruled in favor of Sebastián Villa, dismissing allegations of sexual abuse that have impacted his career since 2021.
• Sebastián Villa, previously a player for Boca Juniors, faced serious accusations that included abuso con acceso carnal, raising concerns about player conduct in association football.
• The case against Sebastián Villa has drawn significant media attention, reflecting broader societal issues surrounding sexual abuse in sports and the legal system in Argentina.