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Outreach group issues gang rape warning for sex workers in Newfoundland

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 03 Oct, 2014 10:37 AM
  • Outreach group issues gang rape warning for sex workers in Newfoundland

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - An outreach group is warning sex workers in Newfoundland's largest city about several reports of gang rapes.

The Safe Harbour Outreach Program says it is taking the unusual step of issuing a public alert to sex workers in St. John's because of the severity of the alleged sexual assaults and because they have received several reports.

Program co-ordinator Laura Winters says sex workers have been approached online or on the street and are taken to a hotel on the understanding they will be meeting one person.

Winters alleges when the sex worker arrives, they are forced into a room where up to 20 men are waiting.

She says workers did not want to file a police report, but police contacted the program after seeing the public warning on its Twitter account and have offered their resources if needed.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary says they're encouraging the women to come forward.

Const. Steven Curnew says their priority is the safety of the women and they will not be prosecuted for their work if they file complaints with the police.

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