Israeli President Takes Leave of Absence Following Rape, Harassment Charges
Israeli President Moshe Katsav announced to parliament this morning that he will take a leave of absence following the attorney general's decision to charge Katsav with rape, harassment, sexual relations involving the abuse of power, obstruction of justice, and illegally accepting gifts. Katsav's decision to take a leave of absence falls short of demands from legislators and the Israeli media to resign, Reuters, , and the Associated Press report.
Under Israeli law, a president, who fills a highly ceremonial role, cannot be put on trial while in office. If indicted, Katsav has indicated that he will resign, Reuters reports.
Media Resources: Reuters 1/24/07; BBC News 1/24/07; AP 1/24/07
5/17/2013 Another Military Sexual Assault Prevention Officer Arrested - On Wednesday night the manager of the Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention program for Fort Campbell, Kentucky, was arrested for stalking.
Army Lieutenant Colonel Darin Haas was arrested around 6:30 pm Wednesday night when his ex-wife called the authorities after receiving threatening text messages that violated her order of protection against Haas. . . .
