Sexual Assault

Sexual Assault Initiative IDs Suspects In Thousands Of W.Va. Cold Cases

Evidence collected but never tested from thousands of sexual assaults across West Virginia has now been identified and tested in the hopes of finding a suspect. 

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State DNA Database Helps Solve Cold Case

The case was part of the West Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, which aims to reduce the number of sexual assault kits in law enforcement possession that remain unsubmitted for DNA testing.

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Harrison County Survivors Of Domestic, Sexual Violence Can Now Testify Remotely

A new remote outreach program means survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Harrison County can now seek justice in the courtroom without having to share a room with their assailants.

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State Grant Aims To Strengthen Service Network For Survivors Of Sexual Violence

A new grant from the West Virginia Division of Administrative Services will fund the hiring of a statewide coordinator for sexual assault nurse examiners, who will support new and aspiring nurse examiners.

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