Originally Posted by
Capewell
I can't believe that it is not company policy to relay any accusation of serious sexual assault to the police asap. No matter how much time has elapsed since the incident there is always an opportunity to gather evidence whether that is forensic samples or interviewing witnesses. Allegations of rape are very difficult to investigate and even more difficult to prove. It is a job for investigative professionals ie cops NOT hr professionals. The max sentence for a conviction like that is life in prison.
This is the most surprising point which has barely been mentioned. Employee 1 reports Employee 2 to their employer for a serious criminal act and the employer doesn't contact the police? WTF?