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fromBoston.com
35 minutes ago

Mass. police officer put on leave amid domestic violence allegations

A Shrewsbury police officer faces criminal charges for allegedly threatening his wife with a gun and abusing substances.
#nypd
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago
NYC LGBT

Exonerated but exposed: Cops recount horrific' false sexual misconduct allegations amid PBA lawsuit against CCRB

NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Exonerated but exposed: Cops recount horrific' false sexual misconduct allegations amid PBA lawsuit against CCRB

NYPD officers report being falsely accused of sexual misconduct, damaging their reputations despite being exonerated, due to public disclosure of allegations.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
#brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Man wanted for spree of sex crimes against women in Brooklyn

Police seek public assistance to identify a man linked to multiple sex crimes in Brooklyn.
fromHoodline
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Man Sought In Brooklyn Spree Of Sex Crimes

A man is being sought for a series of sex crimes targeting women along Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Man Sought In Brooklyn Spree Of Sex Crimes

A man is being sought for a series of sex crimes targeting women along Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
#murder
US news
fromBoston.com
7 hours ago

Wellesley woman accused of killing her children amid custody dispute

A mother is accused of murdering her two children amid a custody dispute in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Dedicated student, track athlete, and now a suspect in the killing of a Burbank teacher

Sergio Fraire is accused of murdering a teacher and injuring her daughter, shocking his community and former classmates.
US news
fromBoston.com
7 hours ago

Wellesley woman accused of killing her children amid custody dispute

A mother is accused of murdering her two children amid a custody dispute in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Dedicated student, track athlete, and now a suspect in the killing of a Burbank teacher

Sergio Fraire is accused of murdering a teacher and injuring her daughter, shocking his community and former classmates.
#missing-person
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Family of murdered woman traumatised after police gave photo of her killer laughing

Families of murder victims face trauma when receiving inappropriate photos of offenders, highlighting the need for better management of such images.
#domestic-violence
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago
Law

Help us report on restraining orders in Los Angeles County

L.A. County's restraining order system often fails to protect domestic violence survivors due to dismissals and ineffective law enforcement.
fromKqed
4 weeks ago
SF politics

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

This Month's Twin Tragedies in Louisiana and Virginia Could Have Been Prevented

Domestic violence is a predictable pattern that institutions fail to address, leading to catastrophic consequences for women and children.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Landmark ruling: Prosecutors cannot force domestic violence survivors to waive past-trauma hearing

Survivors of domestic violence cannot be forced to waive DVSJA hearings as part of plea agreements, according to a ruling by the New York Court of Appeals.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Help us report on restraining orders in Los Angeles County

L.A. County's restraining order system often fails to protect domestic violence survivors due to dismissals and ineffective law enforcement.
SF politics
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.
#human-trafficking
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

They all survived Jeffrey Epstein. They have something to tell you

Survivors of trafficking often struggle with their experiences, but education and advocacy can empower them to seek justice and support others.
SOMA, SF
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

How Salem police busted an alleged prostitution ring at local massage parlors

Three individuals were arrested in Salem for human trafficking and prostitution related to bodywork and spa services.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

They all survived Jeffrey Epstein. They have something to tell you

Survivors of trafficking often struggle with their experiences, but education and advocacy can empower them to seek justice and support others.
SOMA, SF
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

How Salem police busted an alleged prostitution ring at local massage parlors

Three individuals were arrested in Salem for human trafficking and prostitution related to bodywork and spa services.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

He raped young men & infected them with HIV. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Adam Hall was convicted of transmitting HIV and raping multiple young men, receiving a minimum 23-year life sentence.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Catherine Fegan: The sex offender, the character reference and the former TD who has now gone to ground

Daniel Ramamoorthy's absence from politics raises concerns regarding his involvement in criminal cases.
#jeffrey-epstein
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Epstein housed alleged victims in London after Met declined to investigate him, reports say

Jeffrey Epstein housed alleged abuse victims in London flats after UK police declined to investigate him, leading to multiple abuse accusations.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Epstein housed alleged victims in London after Met declined to investigate him, reports say

Jeffrey Epstein housed alleged abuse victims in London flats after UK police declined to investigate him, leading to multiple abuse accusations.
#child-sexual-abuse
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Criminal gangs profiting as child sexual abuse websites double, experts say

The number of commercial child sexual abuse websites has doubled in a year, highlighting a significant increase in online exploitation by criminal gangs.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files

Lawmakers are investigating the Trump administration's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act regarding the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Audit details what led up to SF General killing, changes made after deadly attack

San Francisco health officials are implementing new security measures at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital following the fatal stabbing of social worker Alberto Rangel.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Santa Monica nonprofit director found dead alongside wife; police investigate murder-suicide

A prominent Santa Monica figure, Jeremy Ferguson, and his wife, Mandy Zelinka, were found dead in an incident being investigated as a possible murder-suicide.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

How Can Survivors Regain Pleasure After Sexual Trauma?

Survivors of sexual trauma can experience a range of sexual responses, including both desire and avoidance, and their fantasies often overlap with non-victims.
#sexual-assault
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Medicaid-Funded Care Saves and Rebuilds Lives

Medicaid reductions threaten access to essential health care for those living with or at risk for HIV, impacting thousands of individuals.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
#rape
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

French prosecutors ask to try serial killer in 1989 cold case

Dubbed the 'Criminal Backpacker' by the media, Heaulme's victims included lone women, pensioners and children.
France news
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We aren't scared any more': #MeToo's lessons give Epstein survivors strength to speak out

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell demand transparency and accountability, marking a significant moment for the #MeToo movement.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

DNA match found for perpetrator of decades-old murder, rape in Brockton, DA says

"For decades, the Bishop and Bell families were deprived of the full story of what happened to their loved ones. It was a lengthy process to identify Robert Carey, but it is my sincere hope that knowing his name and bringing his heinous actions to light will bring a sense of closure and peace to the Bishop and Bell families."
NYC LGBT
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Sexual Assault Survivors Are Not Responsible for Their Own Suffering

The effects of trauma from sexual abuse in adolescence are long-lasting and profoundly alter development.
US news
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Ex-SFPD cop gets 8 years for 'horrific' child pornography offenses

A former San Francisco police officer was sentenced to over eight years in prison for distributing child pornography.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

DOJ's Own Watchdog Is Investigating How The Department Handled The Epstein Files

The Justice Department is under investigation for its handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Victims of sexual violence distressed by MPs' pugnacious' questioning

Witnessing pugnacious questioning resulted in her breaking down, sobbing and struggling to breathe. The committee chair failed to prevent the tone from escalating.
UK politics
#domestic-abuse
#murder-trial
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
LGBT

His anti-gay murder went unsolved for over 40 years. Two suspects are finally on trial for it. - LGBTQ Nation

SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

My dad tried to kill me,' dying California girl tells first responders, prosecutor says

An 81-year-old man is on trial for fatally stabbing his 11-year-old stepdaughter and attempting to kill his wife during a 2018 attack at their Garden Grove home.
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
LGBT

His anti-gay murder went unsolved for over 40 years. Two suspects are finally on trial for it. - LGBTQ Nation

SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

My dad tried to kill me,' dying California girl tells first responders, prosecutor says

An 81-year-old man is on trial for fatally stabbing his 11-year-old stepdaughter and attempting to kill his wife during a 2018 attack at their Garden Grove home.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Tinder rapist and serial sex predator Patrick Nevin walks free from Midlands Prison

One victim expressed her fears, stating, 'I fear for the safety of women ahead of his release,' highlighting the anxiety surrounding Nevin's return to society.
UK news
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Human remains belonging to multiple young children found in Memphis: Police

Three young children's remains were discovered in Memphis, prompting an investigation into their identities and circumstances of death.
Brooklyn
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Cold case detectives one step closer to solving murder of Florida trans woman

Cold case detectives have identified a person of interest in the murder of Bree Black, a Black transgender woman, six years after her death.
Social justice
fromKqed
3 days ago

Amid ICE Fears, Mental Health Workers Report Drop in Immigrants Seeking Treatment | KQED

Increased immigration enforcement has led to a decline in mental health support access among immigrant families in the Bay Area.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Bronx rape case: Police release sketch of suspect who violently raped woman in apartment building | amNewYork

The suspect approached the 55-year-old woman and went on the attack, beating and then raping her. During the horrendous assault, cops said, the perpetrator kicked and punched the victim multiple times throughout her head and body.
NYC LGBT
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds

Child victims of online sexual abuse face increased risks due to police forces' inability to manage rising cases and inadequate protective measures.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
Social justice
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Abuse survivors unsatisfied after human rights tribunal settlement comes with NDA | CBC News

A woman alleges gender discrimination by York Regional Police, claiming they mishandled her report of historical sexual abuse.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Murder Charge Added In Case of San Jose Toddler Who Died In Foster Care With Family Member

A teenager faces murder and assault charges in the death of his two-year-old cousin, raising concerns about Santa Clara County's child welfare system.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'Completely unacceptable' that Tipperary sexual assault victims forced to travel to Cork for treatment

A local politician advocates for a Sexual Assault Treatment Unit in Nenagh to improve care for victims in the Mid-West region.
UK news
fromIndependent
6 days ago

'He could kill another woman': Brother of murder victim hits out at authorities over how killer's release has been handled

Authorities' handling of David McCord's parole breaches is criticized as 'madness' by the brother of murder victim Nichola Dickson.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Louisiana authorities identify eight children killed in domestic incident'

Eight children were killed in a domestic incident in Shreveport, marking the deadliest US mass shooting in over two years.
#child-abuse
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

State Police trooper accused of child abuse facing more charges

Michael Gagnon faces new charges of unlawful wiretap and violating an abuse prevention order following prior child abuse allegations.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

State Police trooper accused of child abuse facing more charges

Michael Gagnon faces new charges of unlawful wiretap and violating an abuse prevention order following prior child abuse allegations.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYS corrections worker and felon boyfriend indicted for pimping out child

A corrections employee and her inmate partner were indicted for running a prostitution ring, including trafficking a child.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

A girl accused her relative of abuse. Then LAPD linked him to a rape unsolved for decades

DNA testing linked a suspect in a recent child abuse case to a 1997 sexual assault in Koreatown.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

Fernando Melo Flores, 40, faces up to four years and two months in prison if convicted on all counts. He was assigned to John Wayne Airport when he allegedly went to his ex-girlfriend's home at night and repeatedly called and texted her, prompting the woman to get a restraining order against him.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What the Epstein case teaches us about grooming podcast

People talk about Jeffrey Epstein as though he's special or as though he's mysterious in some way. That takes away from the truth of it, which is that there are lots of people like him.
Books
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Former SDNY human trafficking prosecutor joins firm known for representing victims of sexual abuse | amNewYork

Jane Kim joins Wigdor LLP as a partner, focusing on advocating for victims of sexual abuse and civil rights violations.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Delays in reunification led to a young girl suffering alleged sexual abuse in foster care after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
#child-exploitation
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Former Boston Public Schools teacher sentenced to 10 years in prison for child exploitation

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Former Boston Public Schools teacher sentenced to 10 years in prison for child exploitation

Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Child seen in sex abuse videos identified after researcher spots school badge

Internet Watch Foundation researchers identified a child sexual abuse victim after years of searching by recognizing her school uniform in images, enabling police to locate and help her.
UK news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Man sentenced for raping 2 women in Framingham store in 1989

Stephen Paul Gale was sentenced to at least 50 years in prison for raping two women in 1989, likely resulting in his death behind bars.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Will California lawmakers break their promise to child sexual abuse survivors?

Tax dollars should fund children's education, not attorneys' fees in child sex abuse cases; AB 218 closed a loophole that let schools avoid civil liability.
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2 months ago

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San Francisco
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Language Matters When Talking About Child Sexual Abuse

Words such as 'relationship,' 'affair,' 'involvement,' or 'seeing each other' imply mutuality and consent. In the context of child sexual abuse, these implications are false. A child cannot legally or developmentally consent to sexual activity with an adult. Describing abuse using relational language risks distorting the inherent power imbalance and shifting perceived responsibility away from the adult perpetrator.
Psychology
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Understanding and Preventing Image-Based Sexual Abuse

Image-based sexual abuse is sexual violence causing enduring social, psychological, and economic harm, requiring changes in consent norms, empathy, and accountability for prevention.
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Rape victims to get specialised legal advice in courts

The government will provide rape victims with specialist legal advisors throughout criminal justice proceedings and expand Operation Soteria principles to ensure trials focus on suspect behavior rather than victim scrutiny.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man faces further child sexual offence charges

Vincent Chan, 45, has been charged with 15 further offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and taking indecent images of children.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: In all the uproar over Epstein, remember the victims

Released Epstein files remain poorly organized and difficult to navigate, hindering public understanding of the full scope of the sex trafficking conspiracy despite millions of pages being available.
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

NYPD cop arrested for raping woman after party in Brooklyn: D.A.

The victim was alone in a car with Morris when she repeatedly told him to stop and tried to push him away as he forced himself on her after a party both of them had attended in Brooklyn, according to prosecutors. The pair had known each other for about two years and shared mutual friends, prosecutors said.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Sex offenders should tell police about pregnancies, review finds

Baby Victoria's body was found in a shopping bag in Brighton in 2023, after her parents concealed her birth and went on the run in an attempt to avoid contact with social services. Marten and Gordon, a convicted rapist, were both sentenced to 14 years for gross negligence manslaughter last year. The review, chaired by Sir David Holmes, sought to identify missed safeguarding opportunities, and to learn lessons from what the review called the "extreme case" of baby Victoria's death.
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