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Melbourne’s city council just paid $95,000 to settle a lawsuit from a woman who says police botched the investigation into her 1990 rape — when she was just 11. She identified her attacker, but cops never questioned him or arrested him. Worse, critical evidence — including a rape kit and her clothing — vanished, leaving prosecutors powerless to pursue charges. The man, still alive and local, remains free. The victim, who only recently learned he was alive, sued the city for negligence. Though officials deny fault, the settlement — covered by insurance — brings closure she hopes will spur accountability.

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