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It is reported that over fifteen people stood as bystanders to the raping of a 15-year-old high school junior outside her school's homecoming dance. As of Monday, 2 men were in police custody, but as many as 5 men are presumed to be guilty of raping, beating, robbing, and dehumanizing her for over 2 hours.
Richmond, VA police officer Lt. Mark Gagan was reported by MSNBC as saying "What makes it even more disturbing is the presence of others. People came by, saw what was happening and failed to report it."
I'm never a fan of the idea of sitting on the sidelines and watching things happen. If we are not a part of the solution, we are a part of the problem. This is as true in this circumstance as any. These witnesses should all be brought into custody and charged with accessory to rape, battery, and robbery. A persyn who is able to sit and watch this happen without notifying law enforcement or searching for help a dangerous member of society.
Thoughts?
dandaman6007
| 10/29/09 09:41 AM
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