The rape kit: Its Chicago origins and history, told by Dr. Tristin Engels (Episode 544)
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\\u201cRape kits,\\u201d or sexual assault evidence kits (SAEK), were invented by Louis R. Vitullo, a Chicago police sergeant. Vitullo\\u2019s granddaughter, Dr. Tristin Engels, wrote about his life, career and influence in her recent book, \\u201cThe Power of Truth: The Life of Louis R. Vitullo and the Legacy of the Rape Kit.\\u201d\\xa0 Dr. Engels joins me tonight to talk about her \\u201cPapa,\\u201d his legacy and the shocking backlog of unprocessed rape kits.
Please be aware that this interview contains discussion of sexual violence, sexual assault and abuse.
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