sexual abuse
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PublishedJune 29, 2022
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in sex trafficking case
The disgraced R&B superstar sexually abused young fans, including some who were just children, in a systematic scheme that went on for decades.
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PublishedJune 16, 2022
Three men sue Catholic Diocese of Portland over childhood sexual abuse
In July 2021, the state removed a 34-year statute of limitations for civil claims of childhood sexual abuse.
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PublishedMay 11, 2022
Former Augusta mental health worker sentenced for sexual abuse of client
Wayne O. Draper, 57, of Pittston pleads no contest to Class D misdemeanor charges of unlawful sexual contact and unlawful sexual touching.
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PublishedFebruary 2, 2022
Midcoast sexual assault advocacy group saw more clients in 2021, but worries still more are underserved
The pandemic has had an impact on how clients can reach out for help and how the group can reach them, the executive director says.
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2022
Maine Catholic diocese substantiates abuse allegations against 2 priests
Bishop Robert Deeley this month accepted the recommendation of a diocese review board that advises him on allegations of clergy sexual abuse against children.
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PublishedJanuary 19, 2022
University of Michigan to pay $490 million over sports doctor’s sexual abuse
Robert Anderson worked at the university from 1966 until his 2003 retirement and was director of the university’s Health Service and a physician for multiple athletic teams, including football.
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PublishedJanuary 12, 2022
Judge allows lawsuit against Prince Andrew alleging sexual abuse to go ahead
Virginia Giuffre sued the prince in August, saying she was coerced into sexual encounters with Andrew in 2001 by Jeffrey Epstein and his longtime companion, Ghislaine Maxwell.
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PublishedJanuary 1, 2022
Another View: A measure of justice in Maxwell case, but will verdict help other sexual-abuse victims?
To really effect change, it’s imperative that the individuals who have the authority to make a difference, do so.
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PublishedDecember 5, 2021
Maine crime statistics fail to show extent of domestic violence
State Department of Public Safety figures suggest domestic violence assaults have dropped for the sixth year running, but many cases are never reported.
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PublishedDecember 3, 2021
Maxwell jury to see video of notorious Epstein home
Jurors at the sex-abuse trial of Ghislaine Maxwell are expected to see a law enforcement videotape of the Florida estate where prosecutors say she and financier Jeffrey Epstein exploited underage victims.
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