Sexual Assault
Temple Frat Suspended Over Sexual Assault Allegations
Temple University has suspended one of its fraternities over two allegations of sexual assault. University and Philadelphia police say they have received multiple “credible” reports […]
Philadelphia Orchestra: Allegations Against Famed Conductor “Demand Investigation”
Weighing in on disturbing sexual assault allegations against world-renowned conductor Charles Dutoit reported by the Associated Press on Thursday, the Philadelphia Orchestra has said in […]
Christian Music Fest Founder Charged With Sexually Assaulting Children
The South Jersey pastor behind Creation, the nation’s largest Christian music festival, has been charged with sexually assaulting four children. Police arrested Harry Thomas, of Medford, […]
The Woman Who Began the #MeToo Movement Was a Philly Activist
You’ve probably seen Tarana Burke all over TIME’s website – and the internet in general – today. If you didn’t already know, Burke is the woman […]
Philly CEO Nate Mell Accused of Sexual Assault
On a Friday in October, with the #MeToo campaign in full effect in the wake of the explosive Harvey Weinstein allegations that had just emerged […]
This Bartender Says She Broke Her Hand Beating Man Who Sexually Assaulted Her
The Philadelphia Police Department is looking for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a South Philadelphia bar, but the woman in question […]
Massage Therapist in Loews Spa Scandal Convicted of Indecent Assault
It’s been two years since we first told you about the arrest of former Loews Philadelphia massage therapist Jerome McNeill on charges that he sexually […]
Police Investigating Multiple Reports of Sexual Assault at Temple
Philly police are investigating multiple reports of sexual assault on and near Temple University’s campus. CBS3 reports that officials describe the incidents as potential “date rapes” […]
Hooters Waitress Says She Was Sexually Assaulted at Work
Everybody knows that the business model of Hooters centers on attractive women in tight outfits serving cold beers and hot wings. But one young woman […]
Former Philly Cop Accused of Sexually Assaulting Mentally Ill Woman
A recently retired Philadelphia police officer has been accused in a lawsuit of sexually assaulting a woman suffering from mental illness. The officer, Thomas J. O’Neill, […]
Drexel Frat Suspended for Five Years
A Drexel University fraternity has been suspended for five years. Tau Kappa Epsilon, located at 3421 Powelton Ave., was already temporarily suspended earlier this month amidst […]
Report: Drexel Police Investigating Second Frat for Sexual Assault
A little more than a week since Drexel University suspended a fraternity amidst a sexual assault investigation, a second frat is allegedly being probed for […]
Philly Chef Accused of Sexual Assault, Threats
When Philadelphia chef Steve Rosen closed Northeast Philadelphia’s popular Casino Deli Restaurant in 2015 after 35 years in business to concentrate on his catering company, […]
Seven Women Say They Were Drugged at Popular South Philly Bar
UPDATE: The Philadelphia Police Department has launched an investigation into these drugging claims at the Dolphin. For the full story, click here. ORIGINAL: Heather DeRussy […]
Racing Star Claims Sexual Assault at Philly Hotel Made Her Leave Sport
Elena Myers is a professional motorcycle racer from California. The first woman to win a professional race at Daytona International Speedway, she is widely considered […]