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US ex-detective accused of kidnap and rape found dead on morning of trial

US ex-detective accused of kidnap and rape found dead on morning of trial



Roger Golubski, 71, accused of crimes spanning years, found dead in Kansas hours before jury selection set to beginA former Kansas police detective accused of “the grossest acts of corruption a police officer can commit” has died shortly before federal prosecutors began trying charges against him.Roger Golubski, 71, had been waiting trial on charges that he kidnapped and raped two women during the 1990s and early 2000s when he was found dead on Monday morning in his home.Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues is available from the following organisations. In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673. In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222. In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732). Other international helplines can be found at ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html Continue reading…



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Author : Marina Dunbar

Publish date : 2024-12-02 20:19:30

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