#victim-support
#victim-support

Ten women targeted in four-hour sexual assault and robbery spree - as police urge victims to come forward

A man allegedly assaulted or attempted to rob ten women in London, leading to police's appeal for more victims.

UK news

Man sexually assaulted stranger as she slept on flight landing at Gatwick Airport

A man was convicted for sexually assaulting a sleeping woman on a flight to London.

2 days ago

Toronto startup

Former GTA Girl Guide leader charged with sexual assault dating back to 1998 | CBC News

A former Girl Guide leader has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and exploitation of a young person, dating back to 1998.

London

Delivery driver, 26, who sexually assaulted lone woman near Stratford Olympic Park jailed

A delivery driver was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in east London.

Social justice

Rape is effectively decriminalised': how did sexual assault become so easy to get away with?

Australia's criminal justice system is failing to adequately support and prosecute sexual assault victims despite recent discussions around consent and improvements made.

London

Ten women targeted in four-hour sexual assault and robbery spree - as police urge victims to come forward

A man allegedly assaulted or attempted to rob ten women in London, leading to police's appeal for more victims.

UK news

Man sexually assaulted stranger as she slept on flight landing at Gatwick Airport

A man was convicted for sexually assaulting a sleeping woman on a flight to London.

2 days ago

Toronto startup

Former GTA Girl Guide leader charged with sexual assault dating back to 1998 | CBC News

A former Girl Guide leader has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and exploitation of a young person, dating back to 1998.

London

Delivery driver, 26, who sexually assaulted lone woman near Stratford Olympic Park jailed

A delivery driver was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in east London.

more#sexual-assault

#fraud

5 days ago

London startup

Fraud up 33 per cent as AI and crypto scams see victims defrauded of millions

Fraud incidents in England and Wales rose dramatically, exposing vulnerabilities in crime prevention and victim support.

Toronto

Experts offer fraud prevention tips as Toronto police struggle with overwhelming case load | CBC News

Rising fraud reports in Toronto; significant challenges in police investigations and victim recovery.

London startup

5 days ago

Fraud up 33 per cent as AI and crypto scams see victims defrauded of millions

Fraud incidents in England and Wales rose dramatically, exposing vulnerabilities in crime prevention and victim support.

Toronto

Experts offer fraud prevention tips as Toronto police struggle with overwhelming case load | CBC News

Rising fraud reports in Toronto; significant challenges in police investigations and victim recovery.

Woman Stabbed in East Flatbush; NYPD Seeks Suspect Who Fled Scene in All Black

Brooklyn detectives are searching for a suspect who stabbed a 28-year-old woman in East Flatbush.

#financial-fraud

fromwww.dailynews.com

Privacy professionals

Victimized once online, they get hit again by FBI impersonators saying lost money can be returned

Victims of financial fraud are being re-victimized by scammers posing as FBI agents.

fromThe Mercury News

Privacy professionals

Victimized once online, they get hit again by FBI impersonators saying lost money can be returned

Scammers are targeting financial fraud victims by impersonating FBI agents, leading to further victimization.

fromwww.dailynews.com

Privacy professionals

Victimized once online, they get hit again by FBI impersonators saying lost money can be returned

Victims of financial fraud are being re-victimized by scammers posing as FBI agents.

fromThe Mercury News

Privacy professionals

Victimized once online, they get hit again by FBI impersonators saying lost money can be returned

Scammers are targeting financial fraud victims by impersonating FBI agents, leading to further victimization.

The Pelicot Trial: A Timeline

Dominique Pelicot pleaded guilty to drugging and raping Gisele Pelicot for nearly a decade, involving multiple strangers in the abuse.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Online Community Development

Kings County Integrated Domestic Violence Court maintains its role as a national mentor court

The Kings County IDV Court exemplifies successful collaboration to address domestic violence through a holistic approach.

The court’s unique structure allows simultaneous handling of related cases under the same judge.

UK news

Man who stabbed ex-partner 22 times walks free from prison after 10 years - and buys Lotto ticket and phone in supermarket

Denis Leahy, sentenced to 14 years for brutally attacking Rose Kenny, vows to leave her alone after his release.

Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as her rapist is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing can now begin after her attacker's appeal was refused, reaffirming the justice she received.

New York City

fromwww.nytimes.com

The Pelicot Trial: A Timeline

Dominique Pelicot pleaded guilty to drugging and raping Gisele Pelicot for nearly a decade, involving multiple strangers in the abuse.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Online Community Development

Kings County Integrated Domestic Violence Court maintains its role as a national mentor court

The Kings County IDV Court exemplifies successful collaboration to address domestic violence through a holistic approach.

The court’s unique structure allows simultaneous handling of related cases under the same judge.

UK news

Man who stabbed ex-partner 22 times walks free from prison after 10 years - and buys Lotto ticket and phone in supermarket

Denis Leahy, sentenced to 14 years for brutally attacking Rose Kenny, vows to leave her alone after his release.

fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk

Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as her rapist is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing can now begin after her attacker's appeal was refused, reaffirming the justice she received.

more#legal-system

#rape

UK news

Mill Hill rapist jailed after removing condom without consent and lying about HIV

Laurence Rafter was sentenced to 14 years for rape and previous harassment crimes, highlighting ongoing predatory behavior against women.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Why Can't We Speak About Rape?

Sexual violence is underreported, affecting women, men, and children; silence exacerbates the trauma for victims.

fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk

London

Police release e-fit after woman raped in car by man with distinctive scar

Police in London are seeking a suspect in a serious crime case involving the rape of a woman walking alone.

fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk

London

Police hunt for man after girl, 13, 'raped' in block of flats in Hackney

Police are actively searching for a suspect after a 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Hackney.

UK news

Mill Hill rapist jailed after removing condom without consent and lying about HIV

Laurence Rafter was sentenced to 14 years for rape and previous harassment crimes, highlighting ongoing predatory behavior against women.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Why Can't We Speak About Rape?

Sexual violence is underreported, affecting women, men, and children; silence exacerbates the trauma for victims.

fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk

London

Police release e-fit after woman raped in car by man with distinctive scar

Police in London are seeking a suspect in a serious crime case involving the rape of a woman walking alone.

London

Police hunt for man after girl, 13, 'raped' in block of flats in Hackney

Police are actively searching for a suspect after a 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Hackney.

5 Ways Loved Ones Can Help Victims of Narcissistic Abuse

Healthy relationships are essential for healing from narcissistic abuse.

Victims struggle with their perception of love due to their experiences.

Loved ones of victims need to create predictability and support.

fromStreetsblog

Social justice

Are State 'Victim Funds' Adequately Compensating Crash Survivors and Their Loved Ones? - Streetsblog USA

Many victims of traffic violence remain unaware of state crime victim compensation funds, missing out on critical financial support.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

Miscellaneous

'I was sexually abused at a swimming pool - I want others to come forward'

The Metropolitan Police are investigating historical sexual abuse allegations made by a man who was assaulted as a teen in the 1970s.

UK news

Spiderman' stalker admits targeting victim with chilling presents on doorstep

A stalker pleaded guilty after targeting a woman with alarming gifts over ten months, including a mask and a QR-coded card.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

5 Ways Loved Ones Can Help Victims of Narcissistic Abuse

Healthy relationships are essential for healing from narcissistic abuse.

Victims struggle with their perception of love due to their experiences.

Loved ones of victims need to create predictability and support.

fromStreetsblog

Social justice

Are State 'Victim Funds' Adequately Compensating Crash Survivors and Their Loved Ones? - Streetsblog USA

Many victims of traffic violence remain unaware of state crime victim compensation funds, missing out on critical financial support.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

Miscellaneous

'I was sexually abused at a swimming pool - I want others to come forward'

The Metropolitan Police are investigating historical sexual abuse allegations made by a man who was assaulted as a teen in the 1970s.

UK news

Spiderman' stalker admits targeting victim with chilling presents on doorstep

A stalker pleaded guilty after targeting a woman with alarming gifts over ten months, including a mask and a QR-coded card.

UK politics

Commissioner warns ministers over domestic abuse

Government's response to domestic abuse reform fails to fully address victims' needs, raising concerns over future support and effectiveness.

UK politics

Ministers try to encourage Windrush compensation claims with 1.5m fund

A £1.5m fund has been launched to support victims of the Windrush scandal in claiming compensation from the Home Office.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Commissioner warns ministers over domestic abuse

Government's response to domestic abuse reform fails to fully address victims' needs, raising concerns over future support and effectiveness.

UK politics

Ministers try to encourage Windrush compensation claims with 1.5m fund

A £1.5m fund has been launched to support victims of the Windrush scandal in claiming compensation from the Home Office.

more#government-response

#justice

fromSFGATE

Mission District

'American Nightmare' kidnapper, rapist gets 2 life sentences

Matthew Muller, convicted kidnapper and rapist, received additional sentences after past crimes were reopened thanks to victims’ cooperation with lawmakers.

UK news

Man jailed for five years after setting moped on fire outside ex-partner's home

A man was sentenced to five years for stalking and arson after terrorizing his ex-girlfriend with threats and abusive messages.

fromSFGATE

Mission District

'American Nightmare' kidnapper, rapist gets 2 life sentences

Matthew Muller, convicted kidnapper and rapist, received additional sentences after past crimes were reopened thanks to victims’ cooperation with lawmakers.

UK news

Man jailed for five years after setting moped on fire outside ex-partner's home

A man was sentenced to five years for stalking and arson after terrorizing his ex-girlfriend with threats and abusive messages.

UK convicts five scammers who preyed on widowed for 3.25M

Romance scammers in the UK were convicted of laundering £3.25 million, exploiting victims seeking online relationships.

Man who sent 'abhorrent' voice-notes to ex-girlfriend which left judge in 'state of shock' has jail sentence overturned

The man was sentenced to pay €5,000 to his ex-partner after violating a protection order, despite having his custodial sentence overturned.

UK news

Woman jumped off balcony to escape abusive partner who was 'talented boxer', court hears

The case highlights the dangerous realities of domestic violence faced by young individuals.

Law

Man who sent 'abhorrent' voice-notes to ex-girlfriend which left judge in 'state of shock' has jail sentence overturned

The man was sentenced to pay €5,000 to his ex-partner after violating a protection order, despite having his custodial sentence overturned.

UK news

Woman jumped off balcony to escape abusive partner who was 'talented boxer', court hears

The case highlights the dangerous realities of domestic violence faced by young individuals.

more#domestic-violence

SF parents

fromABC7 Chicago

Woman accused of holding stepson captive for 20 years pleads not guilty

Kimberly Sullivan pleaded not guilty to charges of holding her stepson captive for decades, resulting in severe abuse.

London politics

Croydon paedo mocks family of child victims who tell him burn in hell'

Jamal Armstrong receives 11 years in prison for abusing two children, shows contempt in court with sarcastic clap.

Long Before She Was Charged With Murder, a Group of Men Had Raised an Alarm

Danette Colbert, charged with murder, has a history of drugging and robbing men in New Orleans, impacting many victims over the years.

fromAxios

What to know about New Orleans attack victims

A fund for victims of the New Year's Day Bourbon Street terrorist attack was announced by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

US news

fromwww.nytimes.com

Long Before She Was Charged With Murder, a Group of Men Had Raised an Alarm

Danette Colbert, charged with murder, has a history of drugging and robbing men in New Orleans, impacting many victims over the years.

fromAxios

What to know about New Orleans attack victims

A fund for victims of the New Year's Day Bourbon Street terrorist attack was announced by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

Domestic abuse 999 pilot launched after murders

Embedding domestic abuse specialists in control rooms aims to enhance victim support and prevent future tragedies.

Man trying to expose high schoolers sold their explicit photos using Instagram, feds say

A California man received a 10-year prison sentence for selling sexually explicit photos of high school students, highlighting serious legal consequences for such exploitation.

Miscellaneous

His good guy feminist stance makes Neil Gaiman's fall from grace all the more ignoble | Catherine Bennett

Neil Gaiman's allegations challenge the #MeToo movement's principles of believing survivors, showing complexities in societal response and accountability.

California

fromSacramento Bee

Man trying to expose high schoolers sold their explicit photos using Instagram, feds say

A California man received a 10-year prison sentence for selling sexually explicit photos of high school students, highlighting serious legal consequences for such exploitation.

Miscellaneous

His good guy feminist stance makes Neil Gaiman's fall from grace all the more ignoble | Catherine Bennett

Neil Gaiman's allegations challenge the #MeToo movement's principles of believing survivors, showing complexities in societal response and accountability.

more#sexual-misconduct

Europe politics

fromIrish Independent

'This is not a victim-centred justice system' - survivors of gender-based violence call for action

Survivors demand banning of counselling notes in gender-based violence trials to reform judicial system.

#child-sexual-abuse

Miscellaneous

David Quinn: Jesuits deserve credit for publishing names of child abusers - will other organisations now do the same?

The Jesuit Order has publicly acknowledged child sexual abuse claims against 15 deceased priests, a rare act of transparency.

London

City Hall Tories demand Sadiq Khan set up grooming gang inquiry

There is a pressing need for an inquiry into grooming gangs in London, as systemic issues may have been overlooked without local investigations.

UK politics

Yvette Cooper announces urgent national review on grooming gangs

Urgent review announced for grooming gangs to assess current knowledge and support victims, rather than initiating a national inquiry.

Miscellaneous

David Quinn: Jesuits deserve credit for publishing names of child abusers - will other organisations now do the same?

The Jesuit Order has publicly acknowledged child sexual abuse claims against 15 deceased priests, a rare act of transparency.

London

City Hall Tories demand Sadiq Khan set up grooming gang inquiry

There is a pressing need for an inquiry into grooming gangs in London, as systemic issues may have been overlooked without local investigations.

UK politics

Yvette Cooper announces urgent national review on grooming gangs

Urgent review announced for grooming gangs to assess current knowledge and support victims, rather than initiating a national inquiry.

more#child-sexual-abuse

fromwww.dailynews.com

Miscellaneous

Pacific Palisades, Eaton wildfires spark feeding frenzy' among lawyers, ethics concerns

Victims of recent wildfires are feeling overwhelmed by aggressive legal solicitation that often feels predatory and opportunistic.

#murder-investigation

London

Murder probe after woman found dead in London flat was bludgeoned in head'

A woman found dead in London from blunt-force trauma prompts a murder investigation targeting a suspect known to her.

Miscellaneous

Search for suspect continues days after woman found dead inside flat in Woolwich

A woman was murdered in her Woolwich flat, likely by someone she knew, prompting a police investigation.

London

Murder investigation launched after woman, 43, found dead in Woolwich

A murder investigation has commenced following the death of a 43-year-old woman in Woolwich, identified as resulting from blunt force trauma.

London

Murder probe after woman found dead in London flat was bludgeoned in head'

A woman found dead in London from blunt-force trauma prompts a murder investigation targeting a suspect known to her.

Miscellaneous

Search for suspect continues days after woman found dead inside flat in Woolwich

A woman was murdered in her Woolwich flat, likely by someone she knew, prompting a police investigation.

more#murder-investigation

London

Murder investigation launched after woman, 43, found dead in Woolwich

A murder investigation has commenced following the death of a 43-year-old woman in Woolwich, identified as resulting from blunt force trauma.

UK politics

Starmer urged to prioritise child sexual exploitation victims

Keir Starmer must focus on victim support in child sexual exploitation rather than sensationalist narratives.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Police probe drink spiking report in Parliament bar

A woman reported her drink being spiked in the Houses of Parliament, prompting a police investigation.

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

Magdeburg attack: How victims are getting help DW 01/08/2025

The Magdeburg attack has highlighted the urgent need for psychological support for trauma victims in the aftermath of such violent events.

#rape-culture

fromwww.mercurynews.com

51 men convicted in rape trial that transfixed France

Gisele Pelicot's conviction to support victims and the fight against rape culture deepens after the conviction of 51 men for her assault.

fromwww.dw.com

Women

The Pelicot case: The psychology of a rapist DW 12/19/2024

Rape is a deeply distressing crime that affects victims severely, often leading to feelings of self-loathing and PTSD.

Rapists come from various backgrounds and demonstrate common traits like a lack of empathy and narcissism.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

51 men convicted in rape trial that transfixed France

Gisele Pelicot's conviction to support victims and the fight against rape culture deepens after the conviction of 51 men for her assault.

fromwww.dw.com

Women

The Pelicot case: The psychology of a rapist DW 12/19/2024

Rape is a deeply distressing crime that affects victims severely, often leading to feelings of self-loathing and PTSD.

Rapists come from various backgrounds and demonstrate common traits like a lack of empathy and narcissism.

more#rape-culture

fromTheregister

Miscellaneous

Interpol: Stop calling it 'pig butchering'

Interpol is shifting from using harmful scam terminology to promote victim sensitivity and encourage reporting.

New York City

fromtime.com

Suspect in Gilgo Beach Serial Killings Is Charged in Death of a Seventh Woman

Rex Heuermann faces murder charges in the Gilgo Beach case, including the recent charge of killing Valerie Mack, first identified in 2020.

US army officer found guilty of sexual harassment in historic military justice case

The case marks a significant step in military justice against sexual harassment by a commanding officer.