Arizona congressional candidate says she was raped while repairing campaign sign
Arizona congressional candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia has publicly alleged that she was raped while working on campaign signs. Her political opponent has called for a thorough investigation into the incident.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the personal risks faced by political candidates and raises awareness regarding sexual assault in the context of public service.
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A congressional candidate in Arizona has said she was raped in a car park as she repaired campaign signs late at night in her district.
Bernadette Greene-Placentia, a Democrat, told the Phoenix New Times she was knocked unconscious during the alleged attack in the Phoenix suburb of Sun City on 14 August, waking up to find a man on top of her.
She said she did not initially notify police until filing a report with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office two weeks later.
Her Republican opponent, Abraham Hamadeh, urged authorities in a statement to "investigate these serious allegations thoroughly, including finding all possible camera footage of the time and place".
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