sexual assault trial

A significant ruling from a Nuh court has resulted in a 20-year rigorous imprisonment for a man convicted of the 2023 rape of a minor. Allegations surfaced that he abducted the young girl at gunpoint, leading to his conviction under the IPC and POCSO Act.

Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has secured a mistrial for the third time in his #MeToo sexual assault case involving Jessica Mann. Jurors were deadlocked, with a significant number reportedly leaning towards acquittal. Weinstein's defense attorney expressed satisfaction with the outcome, vowing to continue the fight. This latest development follows a previous conviction that was overturned.

In a chilling case that has captured public attention, a Syrian asylum seeker named Mohammed Abdullah has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a young woman near Bournemouth's popular seaside.

A 57-year-old school caretaker, arrested for alleged sexual assault of a three-year-old, has been granted bail by a Dwarka court. The court noted that CCTV footage placed the accused away from the crime scene, and the child's medical examination revealed no injuries. Police had opposed bail, citing the seriousness of the Pocso Act charges.

A former East London imam, Abdul Halim Khan, has been jailed for life after being convicted of 21 sexual offences, including rape and child rape, against seven victims over a decade. He exploited his religious authority, claiming supernatural powers to manipulate and abuse vulnerable women and children. The case highlights safeguarding failures and barriers victims face when reporting abuse.

The National Commission for Women (NCW) will recommend amendments to prison and parole rules, seeking to deny parole to those convicted of serious crimes against women. The panel also advocates for faster trials, continuous monitoring of repeat offenders, and mandatory risk assessments before any temporary release.

A four-year-old girl's autopsy in Pune revealed asphyxia as the cause of death following alleged sexual assault and murder. The 65-year-old accused, with a prior record, reportedly gagged the child, leading to suffocation. Outrage erupted, prompting a swift government response seeking the death penalty and a fast-tracked trial.

Actor Nick Pasqual, known for a guest role on 'How I Met Your Mother,' has been convicted of attempted murder. A Los Angeles jury found him guilty of stabbing his former girlfriend over 20 times after breaking into her home. The conviction also includes charges of residential burglary and forcible sexual assault.

Despite medical test not confirming it, uniformity in testimonies of survivor & police establish accused’s role

Former Spandau Ballet star Ross Davidson now faces a 14-year imprisonment after being found guilty of multiple rapes and sexual assaults affecting six victims. His defense, asserting the encounters were consensual, was decisively overturned by juries across two trials.

A public spat between Cardi B and Stefon Diggs in Maryland has gone viral. Bystanders filmed the rapper and the NFL player arguing outside a coffee shop. Reports suggest Cardi B called someone 'messy', hinting at infidelity. This incident follows a public appearance together on Mother's Day. The situation has sparked widespread online discussion and speculation about their relationship.

A disturbing incident in Pune has brought a 65-year-old man into the spotlight, accused of the ghastly crime of child rape and murder. Despite having been acquitted in two previous sexual offense cases, many are left wondering if proper justice could have changed the course of events.

Former Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs faces assault and strangulation charges from his ex-chef, Jamila Adams. Adams testified about a "complicated" relationship that turned sexual, leading to a job offer and her moving into his home. She claims an argument over another woman, Lindsay, escalated into a physical assault, during which she wet herself.

Stefon Diggs’ trial began with testimony from accuser Jamila Adams, who revealed a prior sexual relationship that complicates the case. She alleges a violent assault tied to a pay dispute, while Diggs’ defense denies the claims and questions the lack of physical evidence. With conflicting accounts and career implications looming, the trial’s early days have already shaped a closely contested narrative.

The Allahabad High Court has acquitted three men convicted in a 1983 gang rape case. The court cited a lack of medical evidence, inconsistent witness testimonies, and a vague FIR as reasons for doubt. The medico-legal report found no injuries or sperm, and no doctor testified. The acquittal highlights the prosecution's failure to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt.