Local representatives a varied group including newcomers, veterans Jan 5, 2009
Menahan is carrying legislation that would allow prior conviction information to be brought to trials in cases of sexual assault, sexual abuse of children and driving under the influence of alcohol. He also wants to increase felony DUI sentences from a maximum of 13 months to three years, giving men and women more time to complete in-house treatment programs. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Safe Passage hopes to replace funding cuts $1 at a time Jan 5, 2009
Safe Passage, DeKalb County s domestic violence and sexual assault agency, is asking area residents to donate 1 to help replace funds lost through state and federal budget cuts. The fundraiser will run through Feb. 14. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Choctaw County's top stories of 2008 according to the Plaindealer Jan 5, 2009
Power was also charged with one charge of statutory rape of 14 years but not 16 years and one charge of sexual assault but was found not guilty of both charges. Assistant District Attorneys Ryan Berry said Mike Howie presented their case of a young girl being taken advantage of by a family friend. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Officials hope money available to keep nurses for rape victims Jan 5, 2009
A 2006 move by the Regional Medical Center to add a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program to collect physical evidence from rape victims has paid dividends, officials say ... But there are only about 50 SANE nurses statewide who are specially trained to examine sexual assault victims, according to Terry Casto, the sole full-time certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in the Columbia area. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The top 10 tales of 2008 Jan 5, 2009
A jury found Monica Ann Cluck, 26, of Paragould guilty of two counts of first-degree sexual assault and one count of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. She was sentenced to eight years in prison. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Prison population rises despite lower jailing rates Jan 5, 2009
LOCAL courts are imposing fewer prison sentences for a host of offences ranging from sexual assault to motor vehicle theft and drug dealing, a review of sentencing data has found. An analysis of the 11 main offence categories of crimes heard in Local Courts compiled by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research shows that sentencing rates in five areas has declined. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Major criminal cases in Klamath County (18) Jan 4, 2009
Background: The couple was charged in December with three counts of sexual assault of an animal, a misdemeanor ... They both pleaded guilty Dec. 16 to three counts of sexual assault of an animal. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
A 999 call every seven seconds as emergency services battle to cope Jan 4, 2009
In total 110 people were arrested on the night, the alleged crimes including 18 assaults, 39 public order offences and one allegation of sexual assault. Some 3,300 officers were needed to police the show - which included a 200ft image of London Mayor Boris Johnson delivering a New Year message from the side of a South Bank office block and culminated in a 12-minute fireworks display at the London Eye. (This is London)
Not guilty plea in student's rape, killing Jan 4, 2009
James Biela, 27, is charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping and sexual assault in the disappearance of Denison, who was last seen alive on her friend's sofa in Reno, Nevada, January 20, 2008 ... A pair of panties that were not hers also were found near the body, in what police said was a "calling card" that helped them connect Biela not only to , but also to another sexual assault ... The sample also matched DNA found at the scene of a December 16 sexual assault, police said. (CNN)
Defense lets down Falcons Jan 4, 2009
I was there for that sexual assault that took place a couple of nights ago in the dome. I have good news I got the guys whole name Lousiana State University. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Women of Distinction 2009 Jan 4, 2009
Proceeds will benefit AWARE's domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and intervention services ... Proceeds will benefit AWARE's domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and intervention services ... Proceeds will benefit AWARE's domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and intervention services. (Juneau Empire)
Bismarck man facing charge Jan 4, 2009
Mike R wrote on Jan 2, 2009 1:06 AM:" A couple thoughts on the matter. First off, lately there have been numerous stories printed in the paper where everyone just "knew" the guy was innocent and couldn't have possibley done anything wrong - only later to find out that the person was guilty of everything they were charged with. Not saying that is the case here, but there sure seems to be a lot of that going around lately.On the other hand, sexual assault claims as a means of revenge are quite a... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
SMALL EMPLOYERS CRUCIAL DURING HARD TIMES Jan 4, 2009
She still does contract work with the children s advocacy center in Pine Bluff as a sexual assault nurse examiner. But she hasn t been denied the kind of gratification she always felt from helping patients and their families. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Sierra Vista police beat Jan 4, 2009
7:13 p.m. A sexual assault was reported in the 300 block of North Seventh Street. The 14 year-old female victim was walking around another person s residence and stated she was sexually assaulted by an unknown man. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Arrest Log for Friday, January 2, 2009 (69) Jan 4, 2009
Family abuse, first-degree sexual assault 6:30 p.m., Terrence Denis Brazeau, 38, of Rohnot Park. Failure to appear in court 10:10 a.m., Aibal Erakdrik, 42, of Kalaheo. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
A topsy-turvy 2008 tour Jan 4, 2009
He faces a charge of aggravated sexual assault of a child based on investigators interviews with a Little Elm mother and her daughter. American Legion Post 182 holds ceremonies in Little Elm, Oak Point, and Lakewood Village to honor the victims of Sept. 11. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Phylecia Humphries begins serving 90-day jail term this week Jan 3, 2009
" coopbrown wrote on Jan 1, 2009 12:50 PM:" I hope she enjoys her 90 days vacation. She should be spending years in prison, her sentance is a crime. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Man who molested relatives, fathered a son, is sentenced Jan 3, 2009
Roque Sanchez Mora, 55, pleaded guilty in an agreement to molesting a girl under the age of 15 between Jan. 1, 1992, and Jan. 1, 1994, and committing sexual assault by engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with another female without her consent between Jan. 1, 1999, and Jan. 1, 2002. Judge Wallace Hoggatt sentenced him to 10 years for the molesting count and seven years for the sexual assault count ... In March of 2006, the two victims filed a sexual assault complaint against... (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
New laws emphasize public safety Jan 3, 2009
In addition, schools must teach Internet safety at least once a year to all students in third grade and up, and sexual assault awareness must be taught in high school and college. Comments. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
2 College Football Players Accused of Raping Woman Jan 3, 2009
The three men each pleaded not guilty to six counts of rape and sexual assault and were being held Friday on $100,000 bail. Foster was arrested Monday, Clemmons on Tuesday and Lewis surrendered Friday. (Fox News)
4 charged in alleged rape of lesbian Jan 3, 2009
The 15-year-old was booked on suspicion of felony counts of sexual assault, kidnapping and robbery, Gagan said. Salvador, who authorities described as the ringleader in the incident, was arrested on suspicion of felony kidnapping to commit a sex crime, carjacking, rape, gang rape, as well as on suspicion of violating probation and committing felonies while on probation. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Blotter headlines make for interesting 2008 Jan 3, 2009
Carroll is charged with six counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of improper photography. He is accused of molesting up to 10 female children between the ages of two and 16. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Firm donates to Toys for Tots Jan 3, 2009
In addition to Toys for Tots, the firm participates annually in events benefiting several organizations, including: the JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge aiding not-for-profit organizations across the nation; the Patriot s Charitable Foundation - benefiting Jane Doe, Inc., a Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence; the Jimmy Fund benefiting the Dana Farber Cancer Institute; the Greater Boston Walk for Hunger; Merrimack Valley s Habitat for Humanity; the Boston... (Reading Advocate, MA)
Sex offender gets at least 20 years Jan 3, 2009
KEYSER A Piedmont man who said he didn't realize the gravity of what happened at the time, has been sentenced to at least 20 years in prison for two counts of first-degree sexual abuse and one count of second-degree sexual assault involving children. Michael Lynn Rosier, 44, of 1 Frederick St., appeared before Judge Andrew Frye for sentencing Wednesday morning. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
High jail rate fails to cut reoffending Jan 3, 2009
While the imprisonment rate for serious offences has risen, so have the prison terms, with those convicted of murder, assault, sexual assault or car theft jailed for longer periods ... 7 per cent of those convicted of sexual assault were jailed, compared with 24. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Teen reports sexual assault in Sierra Vista Jan 3, 2009
SIERRA VISTA Police are investigating the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl that occurred Thursday. At 7:13 p.m., police received a report of the assault, which occurred in the 300 block of North Seventh Street. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Sexual Assault at South Burlington School? Jan 3, 2009
WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports-Sexual Assault at South Burlington School ... Sexual Assault at South Burlington School ... A South Burlington High School athlete is facing three charges of sexual assault that allegedly took place at the school, during school hours. (WCAX.com, VT)
The truth on perving: women are better than men at controllingtheir lust Jan 2, 2009
The tiresome myth that women are not as visually aroused as men is used to justify everything from sexual assault to double standards about public toplessness, and it's time to kill it dead. If the oceans of female drool spilt over Obama (and Daniel Craig and Jude Law and Roger Federer et al) isn't enough to convince you, consider the fact that women continue to have sex with men despite not being legally or economically or in any other way compelled to do so. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
A New Year Brings New Laws Jan 2, 2009
Other new Illinois laws include barring employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of genetic testing; further restricting the movements of sexual offenders and preventing them from working as election judges; increasing penalties for people found guilty of possessing child pornography; and extending the time victims may report sexual assault to three years. In Florida, a handful of new laws include one that gives hospital patients improved consumer protection. (CBS News)
A focus on violence by U.S. soldiers back from war Jan 2, 2009
In addition, charges of domestic violence, rape and sexual assault have risen sharply. Prodded by Senator Ken Salazar, Democrat of Colorado, the base commander began an investigation of the soldiers accused of homicide. (International Herald Tribune)
Local man charged in HIV sexual assault case Jan 2, 2009
"They contacted the sexual assault unit and then we had to wait to hear from the complainant," she said ... Boisvert has been charged with one count of aggravated sexual assault ... In 2005, Patrick Green, 34, w a s charged with the aggravated sexual assault of two women he had unprotected sex with without telling them he had HIV.. (St. Catharines Standard)
Year in review: Big cases wrapped up in '08, but docket full for '09 Jan 2, 2009
Jeff Pelo, who was a sergeant until his arrest in June 2006, was convicted on 35 counts relating to the sexual assault of four women and stalking of a fifth woman. Prosecutors Sandy Thompson and Mark Messman put together the case along with lead Bloomington detectives Clay Wheeler and Matthew Dick. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Personal care home closed after alleged sexual assault Jan 2, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. The state Department of Public Welfare has shut down a personal care home where a resident was charged with sexually assaulting another mentally challenged resident. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New Ill. laws toughen sex offender restrictions Jan 1, 2009
Separate legislation extends time victims have to report sexual assault to three years. Another law toughens penalties for people convicted of possessing 100 or more images of child pornography. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fremont man pleads guilty to sex crime Jan 1, 2009
Kyle Reddick pleaded guilty to a charge of first degree sexual assault of a child, a class II felony, which holds a maximum prison sentence of 50 years. In a plea agreement, an identical charge was dismissed and the state agrees to remain silent at sentencing, which is scheduled for Feb. 9. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Reno man pleads not guilty to killing student, 19 Jan 1, 2009
He is charged with murder, kidnapping and three counts of sexual assault. Prosecutors say they will decide next week whether to seek the death penalty. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Police investigate sexual assault Jan 1, 2009
The alleged serious sexual assault happened at a car park situated between Tomb Street and Corporation Street on Tuesday afternoon. Police have appealed for information from anyone who was in the area between 1645 GMT and 1715 GMT.. (BBC News -- UK)
Other NH laws taking effect Jan. 1 Jan 1, 2009
- People alleging they were victims of sexual assault as minors have more time to file civil lawsuits. Lawsuits can now be filed until age 30 - a five year increase from the old law - or later if filed within three years of when injury from the assault was discovered or should have been discovered. (Concord Monitor)
Honolulu man faces 15 counts of sexual assaults Jan 1, 2009
Richard Dobarro of a Kinalau Place address was charged with eight counts of first-degree sexual assault, five counts of third-degree sexual assault and two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault ... Richard Dobarro of a Kinalau Place address was charged with eight counts of first-degree sexual assault, five counts of third-degree sexual assault and two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Man Cleared By DNA To Get Reconstructive Surgery Jan 1, 2009
HOUSTON -- A man recently freed from prison after being wrongly convicted of the sexual assault of an 8-year-old boy will receive facial reconstructive surgery at no charge from a renowned Houston surgeon ... A man recently freed from prison after being wrongly convicted of the sexual assault of an 8-year-old boy will receive facial reconstructive surgery at no charge from a renowned Houston surgeon. (Click2Houston, TX)
Annual 'Banished Words' List Unveiled Jan 1, 2009
Language Critics Cast Out 'Bailout,' 'Maverick' From Lexicon. POSTED: Wednesday, December 31, 2008. (Click2Houston, TX)
Man pleads not guilty to taking, beating girl Jan 1, 2009
The defense attorney for a man suspected in the abduction, beating and sexual assault of a 4-year-old disabled girl late Christmas Eve suggested Wednesday that his client may have mental-health issues ... He was booked into the Fresno County Jail on suspicion of attempted murder, kidnapping and sexual assault of a child younger than 14. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Suspect in toddler sexual assault near Raisin City pleads not guilty Jan 1, 2009
The defense attorney for a man suspected in the abduction, beating and sexual assault of a 4-year-old disabled girl late Christmas Eve suggested today that his client may have mental health issues. "He looks like he's practically out of it," said Ralph Torres, who is representing Juan Gomez-Jimenez, 24, of Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Top-viewed stories chronicle year of controversy, change Jan 1, 2009
Chad A. Moss, 19, Desloge, was charged with sexual assault and deviate sexual assault. The case has not yet been scheduled for trial. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Choctaw County's top stories of 2008 according to the Plaindealer Jan 1, 2009
Power was also charged with one charge of statutory rape of 14 years but not 16 years and one charge of sexual assault but was found not guilty of both charges. Assistant District Attorneys Ryan Berry said Mike Howie presented their case of a young girl being taken advantage of by a family friend. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Highlights of 2008 Jan 1, 2009
Pete Hernandez Jr. of Hutto was sentenced to 35 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated sexual assault and indecency with a child. According to District Attorney John Bradley, a mother was discussing with her 8-year-old daughter the subject of safety during an upcoming overnight stay at a friend s home. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Man charged in sex assault of girl, 13 Jan 1, 2009
A man has been charged with sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl he met online ... Salman Massood, 23, of Brampton, has been charged with sexual assault and sexual interference. (Toronto Star)
2010 Trial Set For Reno Murder, Rape Suspect Jan 1, 2009
James Biela, 27, is charged with murder, kidnapping and three counts of sexual assault ... Authorities obtained a DNA sample from the couple's 4-year-old son, and forensic experts determined the child's father could not be ruled out as a suspect in Denison's killing and the December 2007 sexual assault. (KCRA 3, CA)
Central Texas Man Charged In Sexual Assault Jan 1, 2009
(December 31, 2008) -- A Gatesville man charged in the sexual assault of a Gatesville woman was free on his own recognizance Wednesday. Rene Perez was being held in the Coryell County Jail on a $50,000 bond set by Coryell County Justice of the Peace Larry McDonald, but a court hearing resulted in his release on personal recognizance. (KWTX.com, TX)
Accused Child Molester Back In Custody In Central Texas Jan 1, 2009
(December 31, 2008)-- Former Bryan elementary school teacher Bruce Unger, 29, who fled the country after he was charged with six counts of sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child was in custody Wednesday in Brazos County after he was transferred late Tuesday night from New York. Unger was arrested earlier this month in Ukraine, where authorities said he had been working as an English instructor since November 2007. (KWTX.com, TX)
Man Accused In Sex Assaults Pleads Not Guilty Jan 1, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A Mexican national, deported 10 or more times, and charged with committing sexual assaults at Miramar Lake and in Poway several years ago, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to 11 felony counts ... At his arraignment today, Judge David Szumowski said the defendant was in custody on an immigration hold and set bail in the sexual assault case at $500,000. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Man receives 12 years for kidnapping, burglary Jan 1, 2009
The judge gave the Albany man 102 months for kidnapping, 36 months for burglary, and 6 months for attempted sexual assault. Culbertson received no credit for time served. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Boyfriend is accused of sex assault, threats Jan 1, 2009
TRENTON -- A 20-year-old city man charged with two counts of aggravated sexual assault against his girlfriend was ordered held on $50,000 bail yesterday. Gerson Gutierrez also is charged with weapons offenses, ag gravated assault, criminal restraint and making terroristic threats in the incident that began Dec. 23, said Assistant Prosecutor Mary Sparkman. (NJ.com -- Times)
Year in review Jan 1, 2009
"I've just tried to do what was best for the town." The Sheriff's office arrested a local man, Pleasant Valley resident Roger D. Katovich, 32, and charged him with predatory sexual assault, criminal sexual act in the first degree, rape in the first degree, burglary in the first degree, and robbery in the first degree. The victim was a Poughquag woman. (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Top 5 Stories from 2008 Jan 1, 2009
The Ridgway Marshal s Office was seeking a suspect in a sexual assault said to have occurred at the school. Marshal Scott Holybee said his department was investigating an unrelated matter when the information about the alleged sexual assault came to light. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Financial woes top state's news stories Jan 1, 2009
The slayings of three children and a violent sexual assault on their mother in Trigg County in October made the list of top stories at No. 9. A grand jury indicted a Hopkinsville man, Kevin W. Dunlap, on three counts of murder, one count of attempted murder and four counts of kidnapping, as well as rape, burglary and evidence tampering following the deadly violence in the Roaring Spring community near the Fort Campbell Army post in southern Kentucky. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Police arrest Nevada man in sex abuse case Jan 1, 2009
At 5:06 p.m., they arrested Richard Potter, 48, at 1663 Juniper Ave. on a Las Vegas warrant with two counts of sexual assault to a victim younger than 14. Potter was lodged at Coos County jail, where he remained this morning on fugitive hold out of Nevada. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Topsy-turvy 2008: Frisco weathers turbulence, celebrates triumphs Jan 1, 2009
Former Frisco ISD teacher s aide Nancy Torres was indicted for sexual assault of a child and an improper relationship with a student ... Police arrested Frisco RoughRiders pitcher Brandon Puffer after he allegedly entered an acquaintance s home to commit sexual assault. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Woman accuses San Jose police officer of molesting her Dec 31, 2008
San Jose police are asking anyone with information in the case to call sexual assault investigators at (408) 277-4102. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Kidnap victim escapes; warrant for captor issued Dec 31, 2008
Greenville police Capt. Andrew Kaho said a warrant is in hand for the arrest of Lewis Jackson, 33, of Leland on charges of kidnapping and sexual assault. Kaho said Greenville police responded to a call at 2 a.m. Monday, from the 300 block of Azar Street. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Full Story » Dec 31, 2008
Firefighters from multiple agencies received the latest in vehicle extrication gear and safety equipment, courtesy of a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, and local law enforcement officials reminded county residents that April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Author agitator, and America s self-professed number one populist Jim Hightower made an appearance at the Sebastopol Community Center to promote his book Swim Against the Current: Even Dead Fish can go With the Flow. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Man cleared by DNA to get reconstructive facial surgery Dec 31, 2008
HOUSTON (AP) - A disfigured man who spent five years in prison and was recently freed after DNA evidence cleared him of a sexual assault conviction -- is literally getting a new face. Ricardo Rachell was freed Dec. 12 after DNA evidence, which had gone untested until recently, showed he didn't sexually assault an 8-year-old boy. (KSLA.com, LA)
Records: Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008 Dec 31, 2008
12:10 p.m. A caller reported a sexual assault that occurred early in the morning near Holcombe High School. 5:15 p.m. A caller at 4657 County M, New Auburn, reported the theft of money and prescription medications from the residence. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
HIV-positive man charged with assault Dec 31, 2008
Niagara Regional Police arrested 53-year-old William Andre Boisvert Dec. 12 and charged him with aggravated sexual assault after receiving a complaint that he allegedly withheld information of his HIV-positive status from his sexual partner ... Police have arrested and charged an HIV-positive St. Catharines man with sexual assault and are. (Niagarathisweek.com)
REGION: Authorities seek victims of sexual assault Dec 31, 2008
Forensic science has linked a Mexican man with multiple deportations to at least two sexual assault cases in San Diego County, including a 2004 attack in Poway, authorities said Tuesday, adding that they are seeking the other possible victims. Escondido police arrested Carlos Ceron Salazar on Dec. 22 on suspicion of public drunkenness, and turned him over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said. (North County Times)
