Court of Appeal acquits ex-Wah!Banana actor of rape citing inconsistencies from alleged victim
The Singapore Court of Appeal has acquitted former Wah!Banana actor Lev Panfilov of rape and sexual assault charges. The court cited significant inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony and a lack of reliable physical evidence.
Why it matters
The case underscores the legal challenges and evidentiary standards required in 'he-said-she-said' sexual assault trials.
The Court of Appeal found several inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony and found doubt over the only physical evidence the prosecution had: a pair of blood-stained underwear.
Former Wah!Banana actor and Singapore permanent resident Lev Panfilov leaving the High Court on May 16, 2023. (Photo: CNA/Marcus Mark Ramos)
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in