Sexual assault
Coverage of Sexual assault in the Nexus archive.
- California man arrested for allegedly injecting teen girl he met online with meth
A Santa Barbara man, Jeffrey Kyle Snyder, was arrested for allegedly injecting a 17-year-old girl he met online with methamphetamine and sexually assaulting her. He was charged with a felony for providing narcotics to a juvenile and booked at the Santa Barbara County Main Jail.
- Judge orders Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million
A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million for defamation after she accused him of sexual assault. Trump attempted to delay the payment by requesting a Supreme Court rehearal, but the request was denied. The Supreme Court had previously rejected his review petition in June.
- High-profile Melbourne man called rapist and punched in face shortly after he raped former employee, court hears
A high-profile Melbourne man faces two rape charges and one sexual assault charge in Victoria’s county court after allegedly raping a former personal assistant at his home. The accused’s barrister questioned the victim’s credibility, citing past false allegations against police, while the victim reportedly called him a rapist and punched him shortly after the alleged attack.
- 30-year-old man arrested for alleged sexual assault on Orange County trail
A 30-year-old man was arrested for the alleged sexual assault of a woman on an Orange County trail. Authorities identified him as Kevin David Donis-Arevalo, who was apprehended following a report on June 22 at Aliso Creek Trail in Aliso Viejo.
- Top Maine Democrat says Platner campaign has sought to influence possible replacement
Maine Democratic Party Executive Director Devon Murphy-Anderson stated that Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s campaign has attempted to influence the selection of a replacement for him on the Democratic ticket following an accusation of sexual assault. The party emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the replacement process.
- Democratic strategist discusses Graham Platner's campaign
Democratic support is declining for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner following allegations of sexual assault against his former girlfriend in 2021. Joel Payne, a Democratic strategist and CBS News contributor, discusses the situation.
- More Democrats call for Platner to drop Maine Senate bid
Democrats are increasing pressure on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw after a woman he dated accused him of sexual assault. Platner denies the allegation and stated he is reflecting on his path forward. Amna Nawaz discussed the race's future with Steve Mistler of Maine Public Radio.
- Sens. Murray, Cantwell call on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to step aside
Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell are urging Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner to step aside following an allegation of sexual assault. They described his behavior as unacceptable.
- Suspect arrested in alleged sexual assault of woman on Orange County hiking trail
A suspect has been arrested in the alleged sexual assault of a woman on the Aliso Creek Trail in Aliso Viejo, as reported by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. Deputies responded to a possible assault call on Monday, June 22, around 6 p.m., with the victim reporting that a man grabbed her.
- Love Island's Shaughna Phillips reveals a man she accused of sexually assaulting her and other women has been found not guilty in second trial
Shaughna Phillips from Love Island revealed that a man she accused of sexually assaulting her and other women was found not guilty in a second trial. The verdict was reached after the individual's acquittal in the legal proceedings.
- Outrageous twist after Stanford sex attack sparked terror on campus
Stanford’s Department of Public Safety is investigating an alleged March 29 sexual assault involving an armed man and a female jogger. The incident has caused fear and prompted a thorough probe on campus.
- Graham Platner’s Point of No Return
Graham Platner, the Senate nominee in Maine, is considering his future following an allegation of sexual assault. The article examines the potential impact of his exit on the race and broader American politics.
- Cardinal in Morocco steps back from duties after sexual assault claims
Five women have accused the archbishop of Rabat, Cristobal Lopez Romero, of sexual assault, leading him to step back from duties while the Vatican investigates. The archbishop denied all allegations when contacted.
- Democrats scramble as Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner faces sexual assault allegation
Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces a sexual assault allegation, prompting Democrats to withdraw support. The incident has caused a scramble among Democrats as they reassess their backing for Platner.
- Graham Platner sexual assault allegation fallout could derail Democrats' plans
Senate hopeful Graham Platner faces pressure to exit his race before a key ballot deadline following a sexual assault allegation. Caitlin Huey-Burns reported on the developing situation.
- Midwest woman, 37, filmed herself sexually assaulting two babies - then emailed prosecutors offering to turn herself in, cops say
A 37-year-old woman from the Midwest filmed herself sexually assaulting two babies and then emailed prosecutors offering to surrender, according to law enforcement.
- Woman accuses Graham Platner of sexual assault. And, NATO summit begins
Graham Platner is facing calls to end his U.S. Senate bid in Maine after a woman accused him of sexual assault. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with NATO ahead of its summit this week.
- Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner faces calls to withdraw after sexual assault allegation
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces calls to withdraw due to a sexual assault allegation. The issue is highlighted in both the title and content of the article.
- In CNN Interview, Woman Details Alleged Sexual Assault by Graham Platner
Graham Platner faces calls from Democrats to exit the Maine Senate race following an alleged sexual assault by Jenny Racicot, a woman he previously dated. The accusation was detailed in a CNN interview by Racicot.
- Senate Democrats’ campaign arm calls for Platner to drop out of Maine race
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee leaders Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand urged Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw as the Democratic nominee due to allegations of violence, abuse, and sexual assault. The statement condemned such actions as 'incredibly disturbing' and 'absolutely unacceptable.'
- Democrats withdrawing Platner endorsements after sexual assault allegation
Democrats Rep. Ro Khanna and Sen. Ruben Gallego have withdrawn their endorsements of Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner following a sexual assault allegation. Platner denies the accusation. Political strategists Ameshia Cross and Marc Short provided analysis.
- Piker on Platner: ‘That is curtains’
Left-wing Twitch streamer Hasan Piker stated it was 'curtains' for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner (D) after Politico reported a former girlfriend accused the oyster farmer of sexually assaulting her in 2021. Piker discussed the story on his Twitch stream.
- Top Democrats pull Graham Platner endorsements, call on him to end Maine Senate campaign
Top Democrats have withdrawn their endorsements from Graham Platner and urged him to end his Maine Senate campaign. Platner, who has faced multiple scandals since challenging Sen. Susan Collins, is now accused of sexual assault by a former romantic partner.
- Platner faces calls to step down after new accusations
Democrats and progressives are calling for Maine candidate Graham Platner to end his Senate campaign after new sexual assault accusations. Rep. Ro Khanna stated that sexual assault is a red line.
- Platner says he's reflecting on "best path forward" amid sexual assault allegation
A Maine woman alleges that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
- Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of torture
A Vienna court convicted two former Syrian security officials for torture and sexual assault against opponents of Bashar Assad's regime. The officials included a former intelligence chief in Raqqa.
- Abuse complaint by minor in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta found to be fabricated
An abuse complaint by a minor in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta was found to be fabricated after medical examination reports confirmed no sexual assault had occurred. The minor retracted her initial allegations during further questioning.
- Foreign women abduction case: Police ordered to treat 'minister-linked suspect' like any other criminal
Lahore police have been ordered to treat a suspect linked to a senior government minister in the abduction and sexual assault case of two foreign women as any other criminal. Five suspects were booked, with four arrested, including a relative of a senior political figure.
- Murderer kidnapped and sexually assaulted 15-year-old at knifepoint in terrifying eight-hour hostage ordeal
A murderer kidnapped and sexually assaulted a 15-year-old at knifepoint during an eight-hour hostage ordeal. The incident involved violent threats and prolonged captivity.
- Husband’s unbelievable decision after wife convicted of sexually assaulting underage hockey players she met in hotel hot tub
A husband stated the couple is trying to stay under the radar after his wife was convicted of sexually assaulting underage hockey players she met in a hotel hot tub. The husband, 52, provided this statement regarding their efforts to avoid attention.
- Man charged after taking girl off bike, sexually assaulting her in Kane County: officials
A 41-year-old man from Hampshire is accused of taking a 9-year-old girl off her bike and sexually assaulting her in Kane County. Officials reported the incident and charged the man.
- Lahore police get custody of 4 suspects arrested for alleged abduction, sexual assault of two foreign women
Lahore police were granted five-day custody of four suspects arrested for the alleged abduction and sexual assault of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. The suspects, including a relative of a senior political personality, demanded a $1.5 million ransom before the assaults, according to the FIR. A court ordered the suspects to be produced before it on July 8 after their remand period.
- Man charged after woman sexually assaulted while jogging on 606 Trail, Chicago police say
A man was charged after a woman was sexually assaulted while jogging on the 606 Trail in Chicago's Northwest Side. Chicago police are investigating the incident, which involved the woman being tackled and groped.
- Grosse Pointe South High School hockey coach accused of sexual assault
A hockey coach at Grosse Pointe South High School is accused of sexual assault. The incident has led to his being taken into custody for interrogation.
- Man charged in Pingree Grove child abduction, sexual assault
A man from Hampshire has been charged with child abduction and sexual assault in Pingree Grove. The incident led to criminal charges against the individual.
- Norfolk Police arrest 22-year-old man accused of sexual assault
A 22-year-old man was arrested by Norfolk Police in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the East Ocean View neighborhood on Wednesday evening.
- SF political activist accuses supervisor candidate Manny Yekutiel of 2020 sexual assault
An SF political activist has accused supervisor candidate Manny Yekutiel of a 2020 sexual assault. The allegation has prompted a police investigation and may affect Yekutiel's prospects in a key city race.
- Madras High Court confirms death sentence for man convicted of sexual assault of three girl children
The Madras High Court affirmed a death sentence for a man convicted of sexual assault against three girl children. Justices N. Anand Venkatesh and K.K. Ramakrishnan argued that a life sentence would devalue the victims' experiences and embolden perpetrators.
- Norfolk Police need the public's help to identify a sexual assault suspect
Norfolk Police need the public's help to identify a suspect wanted for a sexual assault that occurred on June 25. The incident happened while a woman was on the beach.
- Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to appeal E. Jean Carroll $5 million verdict
The Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to appeal a $5 million verdict in favor of E. Jean Carroll. Carroll alleges Trump sexually assaulted her in a New York department store dressing room in the mid-1990s.