Yes, that is sexual assault. Sexual assault is a general term, and rape is something that falls under that. And then both sexual assault, rape, as well as verbal harassment (that is of a sexual nature) fall under sexual harassment. If he is caught and arrested, he'll probably be charged with sexual assault.
You did everything right in this situation. I'm sorry that it happened to you, but it was incredibly brave of you to go to the police after it happened. A lot of people don't, unfortunately.
I don't think you'll ever "get over" feeling so horrible, but it is possible to learn from an experience like this and lead a happy, productive life. I really encourage you to go to a sexual assault/rape crisis centre if there is one near you -- they have counselors there that are trained to help people that have gone through experiences like these. Therapy will help immensely, as well as having the support of those you love (and it seems that you do, which is fantastic).
Just remember that it wasn't your fault, and that you can move on from this experience and be happy.
If you ever need to talk or simply vent, feel free to send me a message. Best of luck and I hope that bastard gets charged and convicted.0 0 0 0You did nothing wrong. You didn't "lead him on" or do anything that deserved that. The guy is an animal that will continue to do this to other women whenever the opportunity arises.
I'm really glad you had the presence of self to get the police involved and your friend is a good one. See this through; you're in control, not that asshole.0 0 0 0If you went on a date with him, surely you have his name and maybe even contact info? Include that in your police report if you haven't already. Like the others said, sexual assault is not rape, but that's still a horrible and illegal thing for him to do.
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It's attempted rape and hopefully they will catch him. Make sure you tell that friend who set you up with this creep what this guy is really like. He needs to be punished.
Good that you got out OK. It could have easily been worse.0 1 0 0
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5 1He'll be arrested but most likely will get off.
To get rid of that horrible feeling begin seeing strange guys as threats & learn some serious self defense.0 0 1 1If it made you feel uncomfortable, it's sexual harassment. Period.
0 0 0 0That's sexual assault and attempted rape :(
I'm so sorry that this happened to you... I hope he gets what he deserves.0 1 0 1its sexual assault none the less yes he will be arrested for attempted rape
0 0 0 1Are you trolling or serious? He beat her up and tried to rape her. I'd really like to see you come up with ONE example of how she led him on. Even if she did, that doesn't make it okay to do what he did to her when she clearly didn't want to.
Rape=/=sexual assault. He did sexually assault you and he could even get charged with attempted rape (which he probably will). You probably won't get over it. At least not for a while. That was a pretty traumatic experience and it is possible you may need therapy to work though it. For the time being just be around close friends and family and eat lots of ice cream or whatever comfort foods work for you.
1 0 0 1Seeking therapy for something traumatizing doesn't make you weak.
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