Judge declares mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial after jury deadlocks
Summary
A jury in New York could not agree on a verdict in Harvey Weinstein’s third trial for rape, resulting in a mistrial. Weinstein remains in jail for other sex crimes, and prosecutors have not decided whether to hold a fourth trial on the rape charge.Key Facts
- The jury in Manhattan failed to reach a unanimous decision in Weinstein’s rape retrial involving Jessica Mann.
- Weinstein’s lawyers said the encounter was consensual; Mann accused him of rape during a complicated relationship in 2013.
- Jurors split in opinion, with nine wanting to acquit and others expressing doubts about Mann’s credibility.
- A mistrial means the case is unresolved, and no date is set for a possible fourth trial.
- Weinstein is already convicted and jailed for other sex crimes on both the East and West coasts of the U.S.
- The jury’s inability to decide came after multiple attempts, including previous trials and appeals.
- District Attorney Alvin Bragg is consulting with Mann before deciding to pursue another trial.
- The case is part of the wider #MeToo movement, which exposed many cases of sexual misconduct in powerful industries.
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