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How Rape Kits Became Part Of Investigating Sexual Assaults

How Rape Kits Became Part Of Investigating Sexual Assaults

WBEZ News · WBEZ Chicago

June 29, 20204m 25s

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Decades ago a woman forced the police department to treat sexual assault as a crime. While in Chicago, she also came up with the rape kit that is commonly used today in investigations. Her name has not been attached to the invention until now. Host: Mary Dixon Reporter: Natalie Moore