Assault

Man Ordered to Pay $500K Following Assault on Officer Linked to Capitol Riot Tragedy

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Washington, D.C. — A jury has granted a sizable judgment against a man found liable for assaulting a police officer, an incident linked to significant trauma experienced by the officer following the Capitol riot. The jury ruled that the defendant must pay $500,000 in damages to the officer’s estate. The assault occurred during the chaotic events of January 6, 2021, when a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol in a failed attempt to overturn the presidential election results. In the aftermath, Officer Jeffrey Smith, who was among those responding to the insurrection, later took his own … Read more

BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff Denies Sexual Assault Allegations Amid Possible Suspension Threats

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Provo, Utah — Allegations of sexual assault have surfaced involving BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff, sparking legal proceedings and raising concerns regarding potential university disciplinary actions. Retzlaff’s attorney has firmly rejected these claims, categorically denying any wrongdoing by the athlete. In a court filing made public on Friday, the defense described the accusations as “ridiculous and bizarre,” asserting Retzlaff did not engage in any violent or coercive acts against the plaintiff. This marks the first formal defense in the case, as Retzlaff addresses allegations connected to an incident that reportedly occurred in November 2023. According to … Read more

Texas Breaks Ground with Trey’s Law: Sexual Assault NDAs Nullified, Empowering Survivors to Share Their Stories

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SAN ANTONIO – Survivors of sexual assault in Texas are poised to gain a significant measure of freedom following the passing of a transformative piece of legislation known as Trey’s Law. This new law, touted as the most robust of its kind in the nation, nullifies non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to sexual assault, allowing victims to speak openly about their experiences without the threat of legal repercussions. The law is named after Trey Carlock, who endured a decade of grooming and abuse by his summer camp director beginning at the age of seven. His sister, … Read more

Justice Served: Amarillo Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Aggravated Sexual Assault of Child

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AMARILLO, Texas — A man from Amarillo has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his conviction on charges related to the aggravated sexual assault of a child. The case gained attention after medical examinations revealed that the victim, a three-year-old foster child, tested positive for a sexually transmitted disease. The investigation into Enrique Elizalde commenced in January 2020, following the child’s alarming medical diagnosis. During the inquiry, Elizalde admitted to a detective from the Special Victims Unit that he had inappropriately touched the child while she was in his care. Furthermore, additional allegations … Read more