Witness Kaja Sokola Testifies against Harvey Weinstein in New York Court
Model from Poland testifies in New York court, accusing Weinstein - Ex-model of Polish origin provides testimony in a New York court against Weinstein, detailing her experiences.
In a new development, the high court in New York has ordered a retrial for Harvey Weinstein, overturning his 2020 conviction due to procedural errors. This fresh trial, which commenced in mid-April, includes the testimony of Kaja Sokola, who accuses Weinstein of forced oral sex.
Weinstein, currently 73, faces charges for assaulting Sokola in 2006 when she was 19. Previously barred charges from 2006, when she was 16, no longer stand. In a shocking court confession on Thursday, Sokola detailed the alleged incident.
Sokola initially met Weinstein in 2002 during her first solo trip to the bustling city of New York. At a Manhattan restaurant, she felt "extra special" when the older film producer approached her.
Weinstein then extended an invitation for lunch and led her to a Manhattan apartment. He coerced her into undressing under the pretense that it was a requirement for becoming an actress. Despite her resistance, Weinstein proceeded with the gross act.
Recalling her hesitation to report the incidents, Sokola admitted feeling "deeply ashamed" and accepting the blame for the events. She subsequently shared a chilling account of a second encounter in 2006, where Weinstein forced her into a Manhattan hotel room. Sokola's gripping testimony continues on Friday.
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(Note: Recent updates indicate that jury selection for the ongoing Weinstein retrial is scheduled for April 2025. Weinstein is facing new charges from a third accuser, and key witnesses include Jessica Mann testifying about the use of force during the alleged 2013 rape, and Dr. Dawn Hughes providing expert testimony on trauma responses. However, Kaja Sokola's testimony is not mentioned in the available information regarding the latest trial.)
- Kaja Sokola, who met Harvey Weinstein in 2002 during her first solo trip to New York City, testified in a court in Manhattan about a 2006 incident in which Weinstein allegedly coerced her into a sexual act, causing her to feel ashamed.
- The ongoing retrial of Harvey Weinstein, scheduled for April 2025 in New York, has seen Sokola's gripping testimony detailing the alleged rape, adding to the numerous accusations against the film producer.
- Despite the allegations, Weinstein continues to face charges for sexual assault in New York, underlining the importance of addressing issues related to sexual health, women's health, and general news about crime and justice.
