According to recent reports, the former doctor of the national gymnastics team USA, Larry Nassarwho is serving a sentence that could exceed 170 years, was stabbed in the prison where he is serving his sentence for sexually abusing several gymnasts. The incident occurred during a fight with another inmate at the Coleman Penitentiary in Florida, according to CBS News.
Nassar, 59, was sentenced in 2018 to 175 years in prison. prison for abusing multiple gymnasts. Larry Nassar admitted to sexually assaulting athletes while working as doctor for the USA Gymnastics program and Michigan State University, where he had a clinic. More than 330 women and girls have accused Nassar of sexual abuse. Among the victims are prominent gymnasts such as Simone Biles, Aly Raisman and McKayla Maroney, who testified about the abuse they suffered.
In 2016, the first testimonies of sexual abuse against Nassar came to light. These testimonies led to a broader investigation and revealed the extent of abuse perpetrated by Nassar over the years. In 2017, Larry Nassar He was arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse. He was convicted in several trials and faced sentences of prison up to 175 years. During the trials, shocking testimonies were heard from the victims.
In case of Larry Nassar It has been one of the largest sexual abuse scandals in the history of American sports. It revealed a culture of abuse and cover-up in the Gymnastics Federation of USA and exposed the lack of action by institutions to protect gymnasts. Additionally, errors and cover-ups by the FBI were discovered in the investigation of the case.
The victims speak out about the altercation
The stabbing of doctor in prison has generated controversy and mixed reactions. Rachael Denhollander, the first victim to report Nassar's abuse, spoke out about the incident and emphasized the importance of seeking justice while also wishing for true reconciliation and peace for the abuser. Remembering that violence is not the appropriate way to seek justice and that legal and judicial processes are the appropriate mechanisms to address these cases.
This new development in the case of Larry Nassar highlights the severity and lasting impact of the abuses he committed against female athletes. He also highlights the continued need to create a safe and supportive environment for victims of sexual abuse in sport, as well as the importance of accountability for perpetrators and the prevention of abuse in all its forms.