Monday, March 5, 2012

Rape Victim Bites Off Attacker's Tongue During Assault - Important Question: Was PEP Administered?


Nice one, if you ask me!!! Serves him right!!! However, what about HIV??? I hope rape victims in these countries are given PEP (Post Exposure Preventive/Prophylaxis) treatment? Please be aware of your rights. It is not only medical personnel that are entitled to this preventive treatment. Rape victims should always demand PEP treatment ASAP. The sooner PEP is administered, the more effective it is. Read the sad article below:

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Johannesburg, has said that a rape suspect, whose tongue was bitten off by the victim would appear in court when discharged from hospital.

SAPS spokesman, Lt. Col. Leonard Hlathi, told newsmen in Johannesburg on Tuesday that a teenager bit off a man’s tongue while she was being raped.

“The 17-year-old girl was held up by an armed man and his accomplice, and dragged into a bush on Monday. The man with the gun told his partner to get alcohol and some friends, to gang rape the girl.

“He then forcefully undressed her and began to rape her.
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