Victim Suspect (2023) Web Series

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Plot Summary

This compelling true-crime documentary series follows a pattern in cases across the United States where young women who have been sexually assaulted are subsequently accused of lying and, in some instances, even charged with a crime themselves, particularly for filing a false police report. The series centers around journalist Rae de Leon's investigation into these shocking cases, exploring the institutional failures and biases that lead to victims being victimized a second time by the very justice system designed to protect them. The narrative highlights the stories of several survivors, including Emma Sullivan, who faced criminal charges after reporting her assault. The investigation reveals a disturbing trend where police departments, often lacking specialized training or operating under pressure, use methods to coerce confessions of lying from victims. The show delves into the long-term emotional and legal fallout for the survivors, detailing how their lives are shattered by the subsequent criminal charges, fines, and jail time. It meticulously examines the interrogation techniques used by law enforcement, the science behind trauma responses, and the devastating consequences of treating victims as suspects. 'Victim/Suspect' serves as a powerful call to action, exposing systemic issues in the criminal justice system and advocating for better handling of sexual assault cases to ensure victims are heard and believed, not punished.