Ep 17: In 1993, after years of alleged physical and sexual abuse, Lorena Bobbitt cut off her husband John’s penis with a knife while he was asleep in bed.
The case made international news and tabloid headlines, a story so scandalous, it became inspiration for many SNL skits and late-night monologues.
After making it through the Trial and ensuing media circus, Lorena was found not guilty due to temporary insanity.
Today Lorena is a staunch advocate for survivors of domestic violence and served as an executive producer and narrator for the soon to be released, Lifetime film ‘I Was Lorena Bobbitt’.
Help is Available:
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation.
For details please visit one of the websites below.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/help/
• RAINN https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline
• Women’s Law https://hotline.womenslaw.org/
• Victim Connect List of resources https://victimconnect.org/resources/national-hotlines/
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Credits:
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