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Mohamed Al Fayed has been accused of sexually abusing numerous women during his tenure as the owner of Harrods, prompting investigations and public outcry.

Welby's leadership failed to properly address the Church's historical sexual abuse scandals, particularly those involving John Smyth.

The French Catholic Church will release records on sexual abuse allegations against Abbe Pierre, who was venerated as a saint-like figure for his humanitarian work.

Darius Paduch sentenced to life for sexually abusing male patients over a decade, including minors, at prestigious hospitals.

Darius Paduch exploited male patients for decades, facing lawsuits from over 150 victims, marking one of the largest cases of its kind in history.

Diocese of Oakland proposed a $117 million trust to settle abuse lawsuits, dismissed as inadequate by victims' advocates.

Two men were convicted in a federal sex trafficking and prostitution ring in Flushing, facing severe prison sentences.

A California man is in custody for a series of alleged drug-facilitated rapes, with at least one victim dying during an assault.

Archbishop Justin Welby resigned due to outrage over the Church of England's handling of abuse scandals and to protect its interests.

Keir Starmer expresses serious concerns about the handling of abuse allegations within the Church, supporting victims but leaving church leadership accountability unaddressed.

Mina Smallman cannot forgive police officers for taking photos of her daughters' dead bodies, views their actions as a violation.

Pandemic-related court backlogs may lead to dismissals of serious criminal cases, affecting victims' access to justice.

Victim Lacey, assaulted by a group, leaves her and her family seeking justice and safety.

The Elderly Parole Program raises significant concerns regarding the early release of violent offenders and its impact on victims and public safety.

Police are trivializing stalking cases, leading to severe consequences for victims, including potential harm or even death.

The lawyer representing victims of John Worboys is now working with women alleging sexual assault by Mohamed Al Fayed, raising questions about police investigations.

The Metropolitan Police's handling of sexual offence complaints against Mohamed Al Fayed raises serious concerns about their commitment to addressing abuse victims' claims.

Victims of sexual abuse were unaware of a government pilot scheme for free court transcripts, impacting their recovery process.

Victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence are being charged high fees to access court transcripts after being advised not to attend court.

This leaves victims with unanswered questions about their court cases and forces them to pay for the transcripts to obtain answers.

Misguided advice from police, prosecutors, and barristers is causing victims to miss out on important information and potentially hindering their chances of justice.

Families of 737 Max crash victims are seeking a trial against Boeing, deeming the plea agreement with federal prosecutors inadequate.

An alleged child sex predator arrested decades later is now facing a civil lawsuit for an assault reported 30 years ago.

The FBI inadequately investigated child sexual abuse cases, causing additional harm to victims, as highlighted in the Office of Inspector General's new audit.

Dr. Stephen Cox was sentenced to 22 years for multiple indecent assaults against female patients, exploiting his medical authority.

Jade McCrossen-Nethercott's case reveals serious flaws in the CPS and the urgent need for reform regarding victims' rights in sexual assault cases.

The Victims' Right to Review scheme needs reform to prevent miscarriages of justice and support victims in challenging flawed CPS decisions.

Public inquiries need reform to restore trust and ensure action on recommendations, with suggested deadlines and monitoring committees to enhance accountability.

Survivors express disappointment as House of Lords rejects free court transcript request for victims.

Ocasio-Cortez advocates for legislation to support victims of nonconsensual AI porn, emphasizing the urgent need for legal redress and protection.

Helen Newlove, victims' commissioner, calls for stronger legislation to protect victims of crime in the UK.

She specifically calls for the victims' code to be enshrined in law and for tougher rules to protect the privacy of rape and sexual assault victims.

Justice for Grenfell is still unattained after years of inquiries, highlighting systemic failures in accountability and the ongoing struggle for closure for victims' families.

Victims of the Grenfell Tower disaster face a prolonged wait of at least three years for justice regarding the criminal culpability for the tragedy.