Police left this survivor feeling blamed, broken. Now they're engaging with her again, and she's worried

A woman who tried to report a historical sexual assault to the Ottawa Police Service in 2023 felt unsupported and blamed after a mediation process that left her feeling abandoned. Now that the police are reaching out again, she's skeptical about their motives and whether she can trust them. This case highlights the critical need for police to handle such sensitive matters with the utmost care and empathy, especially when survivors are already vulnerable. It underscores the importance of trust and support in the criminal justice system.