Police, The Truth Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims.

06/09/24 • 42 min

Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

Police, The Truth Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims. The Stark Reality of Sexual Assault. Truth and Trauma: Investigating Sexual Assault In the US, someone is sexually assaulted every 98 seconds. Over one-third of women have experienced rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner. Most victims of rape and sexual assault are women (91%), with the remaining 9% being men. Women are more likely to be assaulted by someone they know than by a stranger. You can listen to this in Apple Podcasts, our website, Spotify or most major podcast platforms.

The emotional scars of rape often persist long after the assault:

30% of women report PTSD symptoms nine months after being raped.
33% contemplate suicide.
13% attempt suicide.

Vulnerability by Age

Ages 12-34 are at the highest risk for rape and sexual assault.
Those aged 65 and older are significantly less likely to be victims.

Millions of American women have experienced rape, with young women at particular risk. As of 1998, an estimated 17.7 million American women had been victims of attempted or completed rape. Among juvenile victims, 82% are female, and 90% of adult rape victims are female. Women aged 16-19 are four times more likely than the general population to be victims, and college students aged 18-24 are three times more likely to experience sexual violence than their non-college peers. Police, The Truth Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims. The interview is available as a free podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

Our guest, David W. Markel, is a retired criminal justice professional with 35 years of experience dedicated to justice for victims of crime. His expertise spans sexual assault, interpersonal violence investigation, and Title IX training. Dave began his career as a patrol officer at the Lafayette, Colorado, Police Department, later becoming an Investigator for 15 years. In this role, he helped establish training programs and coordinated responses for sexual assault, child abuse, and domestic violence cases. After retiring from the police in 2001, he launched an independent training and consulting business, training law enforcement, victim advocacy organizations, child protective services, and mental health practitioners nationwide.

David W. Markel shares the behind the scenes look at investigating sex crimes against adults and children. He talks about understanding the complexities of surviving and healing, this podcast is not just for those directly affected. It's an educational resource about trauma-informed interviewing, the neuroscience of trauma and memory, recognizing the psychophysiological responses of interpersonal trauma, and developing effective healing strategies. By discussing experiences and spreading information, the podcast aims to bring justice to victims and survivors, emphasizing the importance of sharing stories and knowledge. Police, The Truth Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

Dave was also hired by the US Army Criminal Investigative Command (CID) as a Highly Qualified Expert to manage and present the Army’s sexual assault investigation training at the Military Police School at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. He currently offers investigative training and consulting through Markel Consulting, LLC, leveraging his extensive experience in criminal investigation and training.

Dave hosts the "Sexual Assault Survivor Stories - SASS" podcast, where you can learn more about protecting and supporting victims of sexual assault, understanding the impact on both adults and children, and developing effective strategies for justice and healing. Police, The Truth Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

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The emotional scars of rape often persist long after the assault:

30% of women report PTSD symptoms nine months after being raped.
33% contemplate suicide.
13% attempt suicide.

Vulnerability by Age

Ages 12-34 are at the highest risk for rape and sexual assault.
Those aged 65 and older are significantly less likely to be victims.

Your golden years are supposed to be easy and worry free, at least in regards to finances. If you are over 70, you can turn your life insurance policy into cash. Visit

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Are Television Shows Unrealistic? Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis.

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Rachelle discusses the infamous Danielle van Dam case, which gripped San Diego, California. Danielle, a young girl disappeared from her bedroom during the night of February 1–2, 2002. Her body was discovered on February 27 in a remote area. Police suspected a neighbor, who was arrested, tried, and convicted of kidnapping and first-degree murder. The killer is currently on death row at San Quentin State Prison.

On the night of February 1, Danielle's mother Brenda went out with friends while her father stayed home with Danielle and her two brothers. After putting Danielle to bed, her father noticed an alarm light flashing and found the sliding glass door open, which he closed. The next morning, Danielle was missing, prompting a massive search effort involving hundreds of volunteers. Her nude, partially decomposed body was found near a trail on February 27. Detectives discovered traces of Danielle's blood in the suspect's motor home. Although the coroner couldn't determine the cause of death or confirm sexual assault, dental records identified her. Are Television Shows Unrealistic? Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. You can listen to this in Apple Podcasts, our website, Spotify or most major podcast platforms.

The killer a divorced father of two college students, lived two houses away from the van Dams and owned a luxury motorhome. He had interacted with Danielle and Brenda three days before her disappearance, inviting them into his home while they sold Girl Scout Cookies. Law enforcement placed him under 24-hour surveillance on February 4, noting his unusual behavior of thoroughly cleaning his RV. His motorhome, SUV, and other property were impounded on February 5. A fingerprint belonging to Danielle was crucial in his arrest and prosecution.

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Join us as we uncover the truth behind forensics and crime scene investigation, and explore how the media's portrayal often diverges from the reality faced by professionals in the field. Are Television Shows Unrealistic? Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Listen to the full discussion on our podcast, available on Apple and Spotify.

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Dr. Greenberg was working as an orthopedic trauma surgeon at Level I and Level II trauma hospitals in the Chicagoland area when the Columbine High School massacre occurred on April 20, 1999. This harrowing event, marked by a school shooting and failed bombing, profoundly affected him. In the wake of the massacre, which left twelve students and one teacher dead and many others injured, Dr. Greenberg decided to take action against such violence and the police procedures that were common place at the time. Journey From Trauma Surgeon to Police Officer: His Amazing Story. The interview is available as a free podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

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