Blasphemy

[Tiarali]

The thing is, the police don't go and charge someone without evidence. They go looking for evidence, to find out whether or not there is cause to make a charge.

Churches err on the side of the accused. ALL THE TIME. Oh, we know Brother Bob. He's our mate. He's served our pastor for ten years. He's been ever so helpful with the youth group. No way could he be guilty...

When a minor is involved, you stay the hell out of the situation and CALL THE BLOODY POLICE. Let them decide if it's trumped up or not. YOU'RE not equipped to.

When the alleged victim is an adult, you support them regardless of whether you believe them or not, and help them get to an actual crisis center or something. As far as I am aware, at least here, you can't report a case with an adult as the victim without that adult's consent - but it is immoral to try and discourage them from reporting.

Reporting to the police doesn't in any way, shape or form damage a person's reputation - just shut your damned stupid mouth and don't gossip about it!