RECAP | World juniors sexual assault trial hears from 1 of the 5 accused men for 1st time, via police video
Detective McLeod was questioned about the infamous ‘consent videos’ involving E.M. The detective inquired about two videos that reportedly showed McLeod asking E.M. if she was okay. McLeod explained that the first video was taken either right after or just before E.M. engaged in activities with some of the other men. The second video, according to McLeod, was filmed after the two had engaged in sexual activity in the shower.
During questioning, McLeod emphasized that he had repeatedly asked E.M. if she was okay during the filming of the videos. He mentioned that none of the other men present had taken any additional videos of E.M. McLeod recalled that when E.M. became upset, it was because she felt embarrassed that no one wanted to engage in sexual activities with her.
The detective probed further, suggesting that perhaps E.M. was feeling pressured to stay and continue engaging in activities she was uncomfortable with. However, McLeod refuted this claim, stating that E.M. had expressed feeling embarrassed rather than pressured. He made it clear that there was a strict rule against taking videos inside the room, emphasizing the importance of being discreet and respectful.
In addition to the ‘consent’ videos, McLeod assured the detective that no other videos were taken inside the room. He reiterated that there was a clear agreement among the group to refrain from recording any activities. McLeod emphasized the importance of being cautious and mindful of the privacy and comfort of everyone involved.
The investigation into the ‘consent videos’ shed light on the complexities of consent and respect in intimate situations. It highlighted the importance of communication and understanding boundaries. Moving forward, it is essential to prioritize consent and ensure that all parties involved feel safe and respected in any situation.
