Court overturns acquittal on sexual exploitation charges, finding evidence of grooming and sexual acts with a minor.

The Court of Appeal of Arnhem overturned the first-instance acquittal, ordering a new trial on the remaining charges. The defendant was initially found not guilty of sexual acts with a minor under 18, but the court found sufficient evidence of grooming and sexual contact based on victim testimonies regarding phone calls and gifts. The court ruled that the defendant's actions constituted sexual exploitation under Article 248a of the Criminal Code, specifically identifying the minor as the 'third party' beneficiary of the sexual acts.