Armenian Prosecutor General's Office: Crimes against children rising

Armenian Prosecutor General's Office: Crimes against children rising The number of crimes against children is growing in Armenia, Report informs, citing the press service of the Prosecutor General's Office of Armenia.
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June 2, 2022 09:32
Armenian Prosecutor General's Office: Crimes against children rising

The number of crimes against children is growing in Armenia, Report informs, citing the press service of the Prosecutor General's Office of Armenia.

A total of 259 reports on crimes against minors were received in 2020, while in 2021, this figure was 292.

Crimes against children include beatings, physical or psychological abuse, rape, and a ban on visiting a close relative or parent.

A total of 90 criminal cases were sent to court together with indictments in 2021.

According to the prosecutor's office, 40% of offenses against children were committed by persons entrusted with the function of education.

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