Independent Review Group finds ‘repeated and regular’ sexual attacks on members
“They also often subsequently learn that only a fine was imposed on the alleged perpetrator and that the alleged perpetrator was promoted,” the report states. “In contrast, the victim is left completely unsupported to suffer the abuse for life, with no proper closure.”
The complainant “was often told to bury the complaint or they were asked whether they seriously wanted to complain formally”. Men were also attacked, including being “demeaned, humiliated or severely physically assaulted to the point of doing damage to the person’s limbs”. Though the perpetrator was at times removed, other senior officers would continue the abuse on behalf of their removed colleague. ]
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