I have been Raped / Defiled, what should I do?
NOTE: Even if you don’t report the rape, you still have the right to free treatment to prevent HIV within 72 hours of RAPE, DEFILEMENT.
GET TO A SAFE PLACE
Do this as soon as possible.
TELL SOMEONE
It may be very difficult for you to tell someone what has happened to you, but it’s important because this person can support your story and back you up in court.
DO NOT WASH YOURSELF
There might be hair, blood or semen on your body or clothes that can be used as evidence of the rape.
IF YOU ARE INJURED…
Go straight to a hospital, community health centre or doctor.
REPORT THE RAPE…
If you want to report the rape, go to the police station nearest to where the attack took place as soon as you can. Ask a friend or family member to go with you for support. Keep the name and contact of the police officer in charge of your case and your case number.
IF YOU’RE AFRAID…
If you fear retribution or intimidation by the perpetrator, make sure the police are aware of this and ask that the he/she not be allowed out on bail.
FORENSIC EXAMINATION…
A doctor will examine every part of your body to find and collect samples of hair, blood or semen. This is part of the police investigation to gather medical evidence of the crime.
GET TREATMENT…
Whether or not you want to lay a charge, make sure that within 72 hours you take:
- The Morning After Pill (MAP) to prevent pregnancy;
- An HIV test and antiretroviral treatment to prevent HIV infection;
Antibiotics to prevent a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI).
GET SUPPORT…
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