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S. African Gets Life in Rape, Killing of Lesbian Soccer Star

Lesbians targeted by rapists who aim to 'correct' them, say activists

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 23, 2009 3:54 AM CDT

(Newser) – A South African man has been sentenced to life for his part in the gang-rape and murder of one of the country's leading female soccer players, the Independent reports. Eudy Simelane, 31, who played for the national team, was raped repeatedly and stabbed 12 times... Read full story »

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