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San Francisco · 2026-10-09

SFPD data shows 132 of 170 rape kit cases inactive

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One listed reason for shelving a case was a suspect's belief the sex was consensual, with no other corroboration.

Publisher preview: SFPD announces major reforms to rape investigations following SF Standard report
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San Francisco's most recent public SFPD report shows 132 of 170 cases with rape kits administered from January to July are listed as inactive, The Standard reported. One listed reason reads: "Known Suspect/Victim cooperative. Suspect thought the sex was consensual and there is no other corroborating evidence." Police leaders have committed to changing how these cases are handled.

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