Tribune editorial: Once again, Utah puts the burden on sexual assault victims

New case involving BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff brings to mind instances of rape allegations in Utah that were not investigated. 

(Francisco Kjolseth  |  The Salt Lake Tribune) The Provo Police Station.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Provo Police Station.

“Sexual assault victims never get justice.”

That, according to a civil lawsuit filed against a prominent Brigham Young University football player, is what an officer of the Provo Police Department allegedly told a woman who reported being sexually assaulted.

Provo police have said they “have a team of dedicated investigators and victim advocates whose sole mission is to provide justice to victims of sexual abuse,” and that they did not discourage the victim.