Bill Cosby found guilty of sexual assault

After 14 hours of deliberation, Thursday afternoon the jury found Bill Cosby guilty of sexual assault, according to CNN.

Cosby was accused and convicted of aggravated indecent assault. Temple University employee Andrea Constand accused him of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 2004. The 80-year-old Cosby faces up to 30 years in prison, 10 years for each count, though CNN notes they would likely be served concurrently. 

Over 50 women have accused Cosby of sexual assault over the past several years. Five accusers besides Constand testified at the trial to support her case, since many accusations fell outside the statue of limitations for legal action.  Read more…

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Source: Mashable | Bill Cosby found guilty of sexual assault