Ayia Napa rape accuser free on bail

The British young woman accused of making false statements in a rape complaint in Ayia Napa has been set free on bail, while her legal team is expected to include high-powered British attorneys.
During an arraignment hearing that was scheduled on Monday, the 19-year-old British teenager pleaded not guilty to charges of public mischief.
The woman is being accused of making false statements to police in a rape complaint she had filed against Israeli teens back in July. Twelve suspects were detained and subsequently released after police said they had arrested the rape accuser who allegedly withdrew the allegations.
But reports later emerged saying the girl was pressured to recant her story, with police flatly denying allegations of misconduct.
The teen was allowed to walk free on Monday after bail was set at the Famagusta District Court in Paralimni, with reports...

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