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Harvey Weinstein to avoid fourth trial as prosecutors drop rape charge
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Manhattan prosecutors say they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein after the accuser said she would not testify again. The woman had accused Weinstein of raping her in a Manhattan hotel room in 2013. Weinstein was convicted of the charge in 2020, but an appeals court overturned th...
Key takeaway The woman had accused Weinstein of raping her in a Manhattan hotel room in 2013.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The decision by Manhattan prosecutors to drop a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein has implications for local discussions about sexual assault and the challenges of prosecuting these crimes. In Tarrant County, where Southlake is located, law enforcement and advocacy groups have been working to improve support for victims and increase conviction rates in sexual assault cases. The Weinstein case, with its twists and turns, underscores the complexities of these cases and the importance of victim testimony. Locally, organizations that provide services to victims of sexual assault will likely be watching this development closely, as it may impact their work with clients and the broader community's understanding of these issues. The case may also inform local conversations about the need for additional resources and support for victims of sexual assault in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Manhattan prosecutors say they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein after the accuser said she would not testify again. The woman had accused Weinstein of raping her in a Manhattan hotel room in 2013. Weinstein was convicted of the charge in 2020, but an appeals court overturned th...
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