RIO DE JANEIRO — A Moroccan boxer in town for the Olympics was arrested on charges of sexually assaulting two Brazilian maids in the Olympic Village, police said Friday morning.
Hassan Saada was taken into custody Friday, the day before his first boxing match, and it seems likely he’ll miss the Games, as he’s expected to be jailed for 15 days during the investigation, police said.
The alleged assault took place Wednesday in the Athletes’ Village, a collection of high-rise apartment towers in the western Rio where some 10,000 athletes, coaches and staff are staying.
According to the Globo news site, Saada summoned the maids into his room, asking for some information. When they entered, he allegedly touched their thighs and breasts. Two other athletes were also in the room at the time.
Saada, a light heavyweight, was scheduled to fight a Turkish boxer Saturday.
The Olympic Village has a heavy security presence, with soldiers and police posted around the development. U.S. athletes said their buildings have security guards and cameras to prevent any unauthorized entry.
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