Hermann Ngoufack Jiokeng, an Uber driver, was released after spending over a month in custody following allegations of rape. Charges were dropped by prosecutors after forensic tests were inconclusive. Jiokeng, who pleaded not guilty and had no prior criminal history, was supported by his attorney who noted significant inconsistencies in the accuser’s statements. The case highlights the complexities surrounding rape allegations, evidential hurdles, and the importance of thorough investigations.
"Additional information obtained and reviewed by the Commonwealth, including negative results of forensic testing, establishes that the charges against the defendant cannot be proved beyond a reasonable doubt based on the current state of the evidence."
"Gens said the woman who accused Jiokeng had 'highly inconsistent statements' when interviewed by police."
"Jiokeng, a Black man originally from Cameroon, did not fit the woman's description, Gens said."
"William Gens, a civil rights attorney... said Jiokeng is a 'stand-up guy' who worked as a lender with Eastern Bank and drove at night for Uber."
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