Utah polygamist sect accused of indoctrination, rape and child marriage Kingston Group hit with lawsuit from former members that alleges unpaid labor, sexual abuse and human trafficking The Guardian - US · Sep 19, 2022
More coaches named in South Carolina cheerleader abuse suit A lawsuit alleging the rampant sexual abuse of underage athletes at a competitive cheerleading gym in South Carolina has been amended to name six more coaches as defendants and three more accusers The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2022
Now that R. Kelly’s locked up, maybe he can get some real help And maybe his conviction and sentencing might also prompt other sexual abusers to get the psychiatric help they need before it’s too late. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 16, 2022
Here are the counts R. Kelly was found guilty of — and the ones he wasn’t The disgraced R&B superstar was found guilty of abusing three girls in federal court in Chicago Wednesday. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 15, 2022
Polanski ordered to stand trial in France for defaming accuser Filmmaker Roman Polanski has been ordered to stand trial in France for allegedly defaming a British actress who accused him of sexual abuse. The 89-year-old Franco-Polish director has faced a series of sexual assault claims, though he has never been tried in France. Radio France Internationale · Sep 15, 2022
Trauma, therapy and lambing: How Marcus Mumford turned torment into healing LOS ANGELES — Marcus Mumford opens his debut solo album with the most personal and straightforward — and probably the finest — song he's ever released: "Cannibal," a stark acoustic ballad (at least until it erupts with pounding drums and pealing guitars) about the sexual abuse Mumford endured when he… Los Angeles Times · Sep 15, 2022
R. Kelly’s federal trial in Chicago results in split verdict; singer faces possibility of longer prison term after conviction on child pornography charges CHICAGO — It took more than two decades for “Jane” to come forward about the sexual abuse she suffered at the hands of her godfather, R&B superstar R. Kelly. Chicago Tribune · Sep 15, 2022
Child sexual abuse inquiry witness Ben Felton exposed 'the most horrific part of his life' to help others Ben Felton told the Tasmanian commission of inquiry he was sexually abused by a nurse at the Launceston General Hospital in 1989 when he was 13. He says the issue needs to be talked about to protect future children. ABC News · Sep 15, 2022
More charges for swim coach Dick Caine More charges have been laid as part of ongoing investigations into alleged historical sexual abuse by former Sydney swimming coach Dick Caine. AAP · Sep 15, 2022
Court revives lawsuits against Ohio State over sex abuse A federal appeals court is reviving unsettled lawsuits against Ohio State University over decades-old sexual abuse by the late team doctor Richard Strauss The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2022
Tasmania's child abuse inquiry praises 'tenacity' of victim-survivors in face of systemic failures Tasmania's commission of inquiry into child abuse sums up systemic failures and thanks victim-survivors after eight weeks of harrowing evidence at public hearings. ABC News · Sep 13, 2022
New Zealand child abuse survivors call for intervention from Pope Francis A New Zealand group representing survivors of child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church has called on Pope Francis to intervene in the redress process, claiming that church authorities were mishandling it and retraumatising victims. Reuters · Sep 13, 2022
Tas abuse failings 'spanned governments' An inquiry into child sexual abuse in Tasmania has been told about consistent institutional failings when it comes to kids' safety. AAP · Sep 12, 2022
System protects abusers, Tas survivor says A child sexual abuse survivor has told a Tasmanian inquiry the state's system is geared towards protecting adults and not keeping children safe. AAP · Sep 12, 2022
ABC News · Sep 10, 2022 Child abuse survivor set to take Anglican Church in Tasmania to trial in legal precedent A man who claims he was abused as a child by a notorious paedophile priest is taking the Anglican Church to trial — and for the first time in Tasmania, the church will contest the case at a trial.
The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2022 Puerto Rico star Ricky Martin faces sexual assault complaint A sexual assault complaint has been filed against Puerto Rico pop star Ricky Martin, who recently sued his nephew over what he said were false allegations of sexual abuse
Chicago Tribune · Sep 10, 2022 Defense rests in R. Kelly’s federal trial, setting stage for closing arguments and possible verdict next week CHICAGO — Derrel McDavid spent hours on the witness stand this week explaining that he once believed the mounting sexual abuse allegations against his boss, R&B superstar R. Kelly, were nothing more than lies from extortionists out for a payday.
Tribune News Service · Sep 9, 2022 Bankruptcy judge approves $2.46 billion reorganization plan for Boy Scouts of America A bankruptcy judge in Delaware has approved a $2.46 billion Chapter 11 reorganization plan for the Boy Scouts of America, a decision that will directly impact more than 80,000 sexual abuse survivors
Belfast Live · Sep 9, 2022 Foyle Family Justice Centre to provide a safe haven as first of its kind in UK and Ireland "Our vision is to save lives and deliver bespoke, co-ordinated, victim-centred services to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse"
Los Angeles Times · Sep 8, 2022 'I'm having a bad week': Aries Spears brushes off child sexual abuse allegations Aries Spears has personally denied the child sexual abuse allegations leveled against him and fellow comic Tiffany Haddish.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2022 Ukraine police uncover child sexual abuse ring involving Russian children Suspect arrested and 15 children identified but authorities say war is hampering efforts to pursue case
AAP · Sep 8, 2022 Catholic abuse compo court case delayed The start of a trial looking at compensation for victims of child sexual abuse by a Catholic brother in South Australia has been delayed.
AAP · Sep 7, 2022 Tas hospital manager denies abuse cover-up A human resources manager at Tasmania's Launceston General Hospital has denied deliberately covering up an allegation of child sexual abuse against a nurse.
Tribune News Service · Sep 7, 2022 Texas DA says sex abuse case against John Wetteland will go forward after mistrial DALLAS — The Denton County district attorney’s office said Tuesday that prosecutors will retry former Texas Rangers pitcher John Wetteland’s sexual abuse case, which ended in a mistrial last week.
Los Angeles Times · Sep 6, 2022 Accuser to DA: Arrest Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears immediately amid allegations LOS ANGELES — The woman who recently sued Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears for alleged child sexual abuse submitted a letter Monday to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office calling for the comedians' immediate arrest and prosecution.