In Oct. of 2009 a 15 yr. old Richmond, Ca. HS girl was gang-raped in the parking lot of her high school as she left the schools homecoming dance. Police said the assault lasted more than 2.5 hrs with many people standing around laughing, taking photos, calling the girl names, and even strangers off the street joined in on the rape.
No one reported the crime though there were more than 20 eyewitnesses present that watched as the assault unfolded.
California law only mandates reporting of a sexual assault when the victim is under the age of fourteen.
To date, 7 arrests have been made in connection with the attack.
Police: As many as 20 present at gang rape outside school dance
Jan. 2010 :
Senator Leland Yee addresses Richmond High School rape case with a must report law
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