Medellin, Colombia: American man had two girls, aged 12 and 13, in his hotel room.

[getagrip_already]

4. sadly, life is cheap in many parts of the world, and especially woman's and girls lives

This guy made the news for being an american I suspect. He will pay some "fines", and the charges will disappear due to a lack of evidence.

It's how many of these things go unless there is overwhelming publicity and diplomatic pressure.

There was another case from thailand with a german national. He also conveniently slipped away but publicity may shame the govt into actually taking him to trial. Hasn't happened yet.

Unless local governments step up and aggressively prosecute these crimes, the abuses will continue. That's why you care about this guy.