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- ↑ "Defence says evidence against MP in rape trial 'inadequate'". www.tribune242.com. Retrieved 2024-10-26.
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- ↑ Davis, Artesia (2024-10-22). "MP's accuser tells court he raped her twice". The Nassau Guardian. Retrieved 2024-10-26.
