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Lancaster Online has reported that sexual assault charges have been brought against a baseball player for Franklin & Marshall College located at 637 College Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603.
According to the report, 20-year-old Steven Rizzo, a junior at the college in Pennsylvania, was in Winter Haven with the baseball team. During his time here, he has been accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl in the back of a car in a parking garage on March 14, 2022.
On March 18, 2022, Rizzo was arrested and charged with sexual battery. The team suspended Rizzo, and he was not present for the recent games.
Attorney contributor Michael Haggard recently provided commentary explaining the legal rights of victims involved in sports-related sexual abuse cases. Micheal shared when a college could be held liable for sexual assault.
"Colleges and universities have a legal and moral obligation to provide a level of security on the campus and during sports-related outings. Safety measures such as proper supervision and accessible reporting systems can help reduce the risk of abuse at the hands of their players and coaches."
"However, if safety precautions are neglected, the officials or college may be deemed liable. If a victim's attorney can prove that the abuse could have been prevented or that the perpetrator had previous misconduct reports ignored, the college could be held accountable for damages in a court of law. Victims of sexual abuse by a college sports player should consult with an attorney experienced with college sports-related sexual abuse cases to learn more about their legal rights."
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