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A 78-year-old man's conviction for raping and impregnating a 12-year-old girl—crimes hidden for over 20 years—shows how courage and science can deliver justice years later.


This is a story of accountability after decades: a jury has convicted a man for horrific crimes against a child, thanks to one survivor's courage and modern DNA evidence.


In 2004, during a sleepover, a 12-year-old girl was raped by Russell Lee House. The abuse continued, leading to two pregnancies before she was 14. The case only came to light in 2023.


House was found guilty of two counts of rape of a child, sexual battery by an authority figure, and statutory rape by an authority figure. DNA proved he fathered the children, and grooming tactics were documented.


After a two-day trial and quick jury deliberation, House's bond was revoked. He faces up to 62 years and lifetime sex offender registration.

This verdict honors the survivor's bravery and reminds us: child abuse can be reported and prosecuted even years later—with support and evidence making justice possible.

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