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The police are hoping publicity
over some apparent false sex-attack claims in New Plymouth will not
discourage women coming forward with genuine complaints. Over the last fortnight six girls
and women have come to New Plymouth police to allege sex attacks. Detective Senior Sergeant Grant
Coward says only one man has been charged as a result. But he says a woman has been
charged with making a false complaint, a girl has been referred to the
police's Youth Aid section, and there is not enough evidence for charges
either way in the other three cases. Mr Coward hopes women won't be put
off coming forward with complaints, but says they must understand that police
have to test the truth of their accusations. The police have warned that
women reporting ficticious sex attacks could face jail
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