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Orem man accused of raping wife

The article writes, "The woman told police the children had all been in the home sleeping, except the 4 year old, who had wandered into the bedroom during the assault, the affidavit states." AND "He was booked into the Utah County Jail for investigation of rape and aggravated kidnapping."

Why wasn't this piece of scum (he doesn't deserve to be called a man) also charged with "child abuse" as this crime was definitely "domestic violence" while children were present?

I was the victim of marital rape over a period of several months in 1973-74, until I could escape, literally, in the middle of the night with help from the neighbors and police. At that time, marital rape was not recognized as an offense, so nothing legal could be done, but I did get myself and our 2 children safely away and filed for divorce. I was about 3 months pregnant at the time, also. Time heals, forgiveness helps, and I have gone beyond that experience to much happier times, and he and I came to be on friendly terms in later years. We had the 3 children that he wanted to see. He gave up parental rights to them and they were adopted by my husband, but we've remained on friendly terms. I am glad that marital rape is a recognized crime now, and that women do finally have some recourse. It's unfortunate that a child had to witness this kind of violence. Mine did, too, and I believe that contributed to some of the problems my girls have had. Best wishes to mom and kids.

Just because he is in Jail, doesn't mean all of the charges have been filed. The Police may be waiting to file additional charges after the victim has been taken care of medically. If she is in the hospital, the Officers may wait until she is released to further interview her for additional charges against the husband.

How terrifying! 9:39 p.m., I am so sorry that happened to you, and what a blessing to find forgiveness in your heart for your ex and what he did. I am sorry the little 4year-old in this report had to witness this attack. I realize he was seperated from his wife and probably had bad feelings toward her, but what kind of low-life would do this and not think about his poor little 4-yr-old kid and the effects later on? My heart goes out to you all.