“Why didn’t you just run away?” “You must have been looking for men.”
Those targeted in sexual crimes in Japan continue to report being subjected to hurtful remarks like these during questioning by police and prosecutors.
In a recent survey of people who have experienced sexual violence, 93% of respondents said they wanted authorities to take steps to prevent “secondary victimization,” or victim-blaming, during investigations.
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