Nun Rape Case

'Felt like I won a world cup': ex-bishop Franco Mulakkal on rape acquittal

July 09, 2023

'Felt like I won a world cup': ex-bishop Franco Mulakkal on rape acquittal

Mulakkal, who was acquitted in the sensational case that rocked Kerala in 2018, had stepped down from his position early last month.

February 15, 2022
Opinion | Bishop Franco trial: A 'code' for rape survivors which could help them get justice

The survivor's conflict and emotional trauma also justify the delay in coming out and making a complaint.
January 22, 2022
Tale of two nuns: Strange coincidences of Abhaya and Kuravilangad nun trials

The accused in both cases are people sworn to a life of celibacy. And forbidden desires were at the heart of both the crimes.
January 22, 2022
Nun rape case: Acquittal of Bishop Franco to be challenged, Police receives legal advice

Special Public Prosecutor Jithesh J Babu handed over the legal advice to Kottayam district police chief D Shilpa on Saturday.
January 16, 2022
Nun rape case: Police plan to appeal against Bishop Franco's acquittal, seek legal advice

Kottayam Superintendent of Police D Shilpa told reporters that the police have sought legal opinion from the special public prosecutor to move an appeal against the judgment.
January 16, 2022
We will provide security to nuns, convent if required: Kottayam SP

Kottayam Superintendent of Police D Shilpa said they have approached the Special Public Prosecutor to assess the scope for appeal in the case.
January 15, 2022
Nun rape case: 'Exaggerations, embellishments' in victim's statements, reads 289-page verdict

Bishop Franco Mulakkal was acquitted for lack of 'corroborative evidence'.

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