California attack survivors, who were not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
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Key Points:
- In March 2015, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn were kidnapped in Vallejo, California, by Matthew Muller, who posed as "The Voice" and subjected Denise to rape; despite their detailed accounts, Vallejo Police doubted their story and accused Aaron of involvement.
- Months later, Muller was arrested for a separate home invasion in Dublin, California, where evidence linked him to Denise and Aaron's case, vindicating their claims and leading to his conviction with a 40-year sentence after a plea deal.
- Years later, Muller confessed to additional crimes dating back to his teenage years, including unreported home invasions and assaults, which were corroborated by investigators, leading to new charges and life sentences for Muller.
- Denise and Aaron, initially disbelieved and mistreated by law enforcement, became advocates for victims' rights, emphasizing the importance of believing survivors and improving police response to such cases.
- The Vallejo Police Department acknowledged mishandling the case after a $2.5 million settlement with Denise and Aaron, while ongoing investigations continue into potential accomplices and further crimes linked to Muller.
