British 18-year-old tourist is 'raped in Corfu party spot' as Italian man is arrested
The unnamed woman, who is said to have been vacationing at the popular tourist hotspot, filed the complaint in the early hours of Sunday.
After an investigation was launched, police arrested a man, who is claimed to have been with the alleged victim.
The 19-year-old Italian man was taken to the prosecutor's office and is set to face a judge on Thursday.
The woman was reportedly partying at a shopping mall before the alleged incident took place.
According to local media, the alleged perpetrator was not remanded in police custody.
Cops are now calling on anyone with more information to come forward.
Corfu is one of Greece's most sought-after holiday destinations and attracts around 500,000 Brits each year.
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