This case highlights the long-lasting impact of abuse in youth programs and raises questions about accountability in military-style training environments. Even years later, survivors are coming forward—showing how deep these wounds can run and why institutions need to take past (and present) misconduct seriously.

According to court documents filed last week, the plaintiff, identified only as G.A.C., claims they were physically and sexually assaulted by a cadet leader in 2007.

A new lawsuit alleges that a cadet at Vernon Cadet Camp was physically and sexually assaulted by a leader back in 2007. The plaintiff, referred to as G.A.C. in court filings, is seeking justice for the alleged abuse, which has resurfaced nearly two decades later.

Lawsuit filed against Vernon Cadet Camp over alleged sexual abuse in 2007

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