Sexual assault
Coverage of Sexual assault in the Nexus archive.
- Retired LAPD detective arrested for 1994 Ventura County sexual assault and robbery case
A sexual assault case involving a former LAPD detective has been reopened in Ventura County. The original incident involved allegations of robbery and sexual assault that occurred in 1994. The victim has reported waiting more than three decades for justice regarding the matter.
- Shamed former glam rocker Gary Glitter 'sexually assaulted girl, eight, after giving her chocolate', court told
Gary Glitter was accused of sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl after giving her chocolate, as presented in court. The case involves allegations of criminal misconduct.
- Illinois State Police sergeant charged with sexual assault requests release from jail
An Illinois State Police sergeant charged with sexual assault is requesting release from jail. The individual, identified as a sergeant in the Illinois State Police, faces sexual assault charges and has sought to be released from custody.
- 19-year-old accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl over weekend in northeast Charlotte
A 19-year-old man, Kayden Browne, is accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a girl at an apartment complex in northeast Charlotte. The victim sustained multiple injuries, including blackened eyes and bruises, and Browne faces charges including first-degree kidnapping, rape, and assault. He denied the allegations and provided inconsistent statements to police.
- CCTV is released after 'man follows teenage girl onto bus, Tube and then sexually assaults her'
CCTV footage was released following an incident where a man followed a teenage girl onto a bus and the Tube before sexually assaulting her. The footage is being used to identify the perpetrator.
- Police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting woman after leaving North Hollywood gym
Police arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman after she left a North Hollywood gym. Authorities are seeking public help to identify another man linked to a sexual assault investigation in Valley Village.
- Illinois State Police sergeant charged with sexual assault after nearly yearlong investigation
An Illinois State Police sergeant has been charged with sexual assault following a nearly yearlong investigation. The alleged victim, a bartender, reported waking up in a parking lot with no memory of the events that occurred.
- Illinois State Police trooper charged with sexual assault in Tinley Park
An Illinois State Police trooper is facing a sexual assault charge in connection with an incident that occurred early Sunday morning. The incident took place in Tinley Park.
- Providence man charged in sexual assault investigation
A 20-year-old man named Deacon Mullarkey has been arrested by the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office following an investigation into an alleged sexual assault. He is facing multiple charges.
- Singapore jails man who had secret sexual ‘relationship’ with niece, 13
A 38-year-old Singaporean man was sentenced to 21 years in jail and 16 strokes of the cane for engaging in a sexual relationship with his 13-year-old niece, which included statutory rape and sexual assault. He pleaded guilty to six charges, with another 17 considered during the sentencing.
- Cleveland police failed to arrest man who later killed two-year-old girl
Cleveland police failed to arrest Harrison Simpson for breaching a non-molestation order 18 months before he sexually assaulted and murdered his girlfriend’s two-year-old daughter, Isabelle Welsh. The child died after weeks of abuse that left her with 21 broken bones and bruises.
- Eric Swalwell’s campaign spends $150K more on lawyers as he remains in hiding
Eric Swalwell's campaign spent an additional $150,000 on legal services as he continues to avoid public appearances. The campaign concluded after several women accused him of sexual assault and harassment in April.
- Man accused of confronting another man with a machete following alleged sexual assault of child
A Texas man was arrested after confronting another man with a machete, allegedly due to claims that the latter had sexually abused a child. Police intervened during the confrontation, during which the suspect injured the victim's eye, leading to charges of aggravated assault. The child abuse allegation was discussed but no related charges were mentioned.
- Man accused of confronting another man with a machete following alleged sexual assault of child
Odane Bailey was arrested after confronting a man with a machete in Midland, Texas, following claims that the man sexually abused a child. Police intervened during the confrontation, and Bailey was charged with aggravated assault after injuring the victim's eye. The child sexual abuse allegation was part of the incident, but no related charges were mentioned.
- Dylan Sprouse’s shady Jared Leto tweet resurface amid sexual assault allegations
Dylan Sprouse's past tweet about Jared Leto has resurfaced following allegations of sexual assault against Leto. Multiple women have accused Leto of sexual misconduct, with some claims involving underage individuals.
- LAPD looking for man accused of sexually assaulting woman in Valley Village after leaving gym
LAPD is seeking a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Valley Village after she left a gym. Police are requesting public assistance to identify the suspect in the ongoing investigation.
- Woman speaks out, saying she was sexually assaulted at beach in Ocean View
Windi Harrison reported being sexually assaulted at a beach in Ocean View while with her five children. She is speaking out to warn others, as the perpetrator remains unidentified.
- Mother of Angelina Resendiz reacts to Navy transfer policy change for sailors accused of sexual assault
The mother of sailor Angelina Resendiz, Esmeralda Castle, has reacted to the Navy's policy change regarding the transfer of sailors accused of sexual assault. Castle has consistently advocated for reform since Resendiz went missing in May 2025.
- Man wanted for sexually assaulting woman who was walking home in San Fernando Valley
A man is wanted for sexually assaulting a woman as she walked home in the Valley Village neighborhood of the San Fernando Valley. The suspect followed the woman after she left the gym and attacked her from behind, forcefully removing her underwear and inserting an object.
- Probe uncovers decades of abuse at Interlochen
An independent investigation commissioned by Interlochen found decades of abuse allegations, including Jeffrey Epstein among the alleged abusers, with over 70 former students reporting sexual assault by nearly 50 affiliated adults.
- Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Donald Trump and the Justice Department are requesting the Supreme Court to dismiss an $83 million defamation verdict against Trump, arguing presidential immunity protects him from comments made during his term. The case involves E. Jean Carroll's allegations of sexual assault and defamation, with lower courts rejecting Trump's appeals.
- Man sentenced to 40 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexual assault
A man was sentenced to 40 years of rigorous imprisonment for committing sexual assault. The sentence was handed down following the conviction for the crime.
- Jared Leto accused of sexual assault, sex with a minor by multiple women in shocking new documentary
Jared Leto is accused of sexual assault and engaging in sexual activity with a minor in a new documentary. The alleged incidents occurred between 2002 and 2016, during which Leto was in his 30s and 40s.
- Jared Leto accused of sexual assault, sex with a minor by multiple women in shocking new documentary
Jared Leto is accused of sexual assault and engaging in sexual activity with a minor in a new documentary. The allegations involve encounters between 2002 and 2016 when Leto was in his 30s and 40s.
- Navy updates transfer policy for sailors accused of sexual assault
The U.S. Navy is updating its policy for handling sailors under investigation for sexual assault. The changes aim to modify how these cases are managed during the investigation process.
- Policewoman who lied she had been sexually assaulted after turning up late for work is jailed again after having sentence increased
A policewoman who falsely claimed to have been sexually assaulted after being late for work has been jailed again with her sentence increased. The case involves perjury and misuse of authority.
- STAT+: In the biotech industry, a most-wanted fugitive was long hiding in plain sight
A former doctor working under the alias Richard Graydon was discovered to be a fugitive who had been employed in the biotech industry and by pharmaceutical companies for two decades. His fabricated CV, which included achievements in cancer drug development, was not thoroughly vetted by the companies.
- California hairstylist convicted for heinous sex assault on client in barber chair
A Salinas hairstylist was convicted of forcibly sexually assaulting a client during a haircut. The assault occurred while the victim was seated in the barber chair.
- Man accused of raping woman at Margate park
A 38-year-old man, Omar Boatwright, was arrested for allegedly raping a woman in Serino Park, Margate, after she refused his initial request for sex. The victim sustained injuries consistent with being struck and choked, and he was charged with sexual assault and battery by strangulation.
- Livonia man charged with sexual assault of 11-year-old girl
A man from Livonia has been charged with the sexual assault of an 11-year-old girl. The investigation was initiated after the victim's grandfather reported allegations involving his daughter's boyfriend.
- US airman accused of ‘spree’ of rapes on sleeping women avoided UK courts
A US airman accused of multiple rapes and sexual assaults in England, including drugging women and breaking into homes, avoided UK courts after Suffolk police transferred the case to the US military. Two British women reported in 2019 that the airman and another individual drugged and raped them at a nightclub in Bury St Edmunds.
- Well-connected Melbourne man found guilty of raping former staffer
A Melbourne man was found guilty of raping a former employee in March 2023. He faced two rape charges and one sexual assault charge in Victoria's county court but pleaded not guilty.
- Hunt is launched for man after 'woman is approached by stranger on the street, dragged into a building and sexually assaulted'
A man is being hunted after a woman was approached by a stranger on the street, dragged into a building, and sexually assaulted. Authorities are investigating the incident.
- Andrew Tate’s extradition challenge could last almost a year, lawyers say
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan face rape and sexual assault charges in the UK. Their extradition challenge could take nearly a year to resolve, according to lawyers.
- Network Rail worker gets six-figure payout after saying she was sexually assaulted and harassed by executive at work Christmas event
A Network Rail worker received a six-figure payout after alleging she was sexually assaulted and harassed by an executive at a work Christmas event. The case highlights workplace harassment issues within the organization.
- Man, 25, charged in 2 Brooklyn Park sexual assault incidents
A 25-year-old man is charged in connection with two recent sexual assault cases in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.
- Riverside County man arrested for alleged sexual assault of juvenile victim
A Riverside County man was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile victim. The suspect, Jesse Martinez, 27, of Mira Loma, was identified by the Ontario Police Department after the victim reported being approached by Martinez, who provided his phone number and later met with her.
- Two East Baton Rouge Parish Prison inmates face charges of rape, battery
Two inmates at East Baton Rouge Parish Prison face additional charges of rape and battery after being accused of sexually assaulting another inmate.
- Vogue Williams calls out 'heinous' Conor McGregor after he was found liable for sexually assaulting woman in civil case: 'Why are people still putting this grim man on a pedestal?'
Vogue Williams criticized Conor McGregor after he was found liable for sexually assaulting a woman in a civil case. She questioned why people continue to admire him despite the incident.
- Pregnant Brit tourist, 30, 'is sexually assaulted during massage at Majorca hotel' as 50-year-old masseur is held
A 30-year-old pregnant British tourist was sexually assaulted during a massage at a hotel in Majorca. A 50-year-old masseur has been arrested in connection with the incident.