sexual assault cases
Coverage of sexual assault cases in the Nexus archive.
- SF Supervisors call for hearing after Standard rape-kit investigation
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is demanding answers from the SFPD regarding the city’s handling of sexual assault cases following a rape-kit investigation. They have called for a hearing to address concerns about the investigation’s management.
- Kerala HC extends stay on coercive action against former DGP
The Kerala High Court has extended a stay on coercive action against Ms. Sreelekha, who is accused of revealing details that could identify minor rape survivors from the Kiliroor and Kaviyoor sexual assault cases through her YouTube Channel.
- New law to strip Canada's military of power to handle sexual assault cases
A new law in Canada will strip the military of its power to handle sexual assault cases. The law removes the military's authority to manage such cases, shifting jurisdiction elsewhere.
- Faced with growing outrage, French government presents new measures for child protection
The French government announced new measures to improve child protection and handle sexual assault cases after growing public outrage over the handling of a girl's killing. The justice minister faces calls to resign amid the controversy.
- Men accused of raping cellmates mistakenly allowed to stay in shared cells by Queensland prison staff
Queensland prison staff mistakenly allowed men accused of raping cellmates to remain in shared cells, violating protocols due to a belief their cases were 'closed'. An ombudsman report also highlighted overcrowding, inadequate health facilities, and undercooked chicken at the Brisbane Correctional Centre.