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Looks like the SFPD waited a while to verify a possible narrative of what they believe happened before making an arrest.

If it's all made up, that would be amazing. Doubtful.




Eh, there’s a reason we have a system where the accused has the right to make their case in court. An arrest is a strong signal but by design has a lower burden of proof than it takes to punish someone within the system. Given that being publicly accused of a heinous crime can do irreparable damage in the age of Google even if ultimately acquitted, I'd rather err on the side of caution here.




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