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Madrid, Sprain — News Reporter Sexually Harrassed on Street While Live on Air, Propagandists Made Communal Claims: Fact-Check

Just days ago, a disturbing incident happened on live television in Madrid, Spain, as journalist Isa Balado [Twitter account] of Cuatro television channel was sexually harassed while reporting from the streets of Madrid during a live broadcast. The clip of the incident was shared heavily on social media posts and there were many claims about the perpetrator’s identity and motives, including false allegations that he was Muslim.

The fake news about the culprit’s Muslim identity was shared by many, but the main ones being @raviagrawal3 and @ajaychauhan41.

Clarifying the Incident

The incident involved a 25-year-old man of Romanian nationality, not a Muslim, as some false claims suggested. While journalist Isa Balado was reporting on an arrest made in Madrid, an unidentified man came to her from behind and inappropriately touched her. The assault was captured on live television, leaving viewers shocked.

As the incident occurred, the host of the show, Nacho Abad, ordered the cameraman to show the culprit’s face. Balado bravely confronted the man, asking him why he felt the need to touch her inappropriately while she was working. The journalist voiced her discomfort and urged the man to let her continue her work.

Police Action

Spanish police swiftly arrested the 25-year-old Romanian man accused of sexually assaulting journalist Isa Balado on the streets of Madrid. He was taken into custody, and an investigation into the incident was started. The timely response by law enforcement highlights the seriousness with which such incidents are treated in Spain.

Support and Condemnation

Following the incident, there was an outpouring of support in Madrid for journalist Isa Balado. The Minister for Equal Opportunities, Irene Montero, condemned the assault, highlighting the importance of providing the right to sexual freedom for all women. The Academy of Television and Audiovisual Sciences and Arts of Spain also said she regrets and condemns the violence towards information professionals.

Conclusion

Contrary to some claims, the accused individual is not a Muslim, nor is he from an Islamic nation. The incident involving Isa Balado serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by journalists while fulfilling their duties. It also underscores the importance of fact-checking and confirming information before sharing it on social media platforms. Following a detailed analysis and fact-checking, our team has investigated the claim. You can refer to the findings of this inquiry in the Twitter thread embedded below. For more details regarding the incident read a report by www.elconfidencial.com [Archive] or news.italy24.Press [Archive].

Claim: The man who sexually harassed Isa Balado on live television was a Muslim.

Fact: The individual involved in the incident was a 25-year-old Romanian man, and there is no evidence to support claims of him being a Muslim.

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