The Steve Wilkos Show Season 6 Episode 5 DNA: She Drugged And Raped Me
- September 21, 2012
In season 6 episode 5 of The Steve Wilkos Show, titled "DNA: She Drugged And Raped Me," Steve Wilkos helps investigate a case involving an alleged drugging and rape.
The episode begins with Steve introducing the guest, a man named Marcus, who claims that he was drugged and sexually assaulted by a woman named Destiny. Marcus explains that he met Destiny at a bar one night, and after a few drinks, he began to feel dizzy and disoriented. The next thing he knew, he woke up in a strange woman's apartment with no memory of what had happened. Marcus says that he later learned that Destiny had put a drug in his drink, and that she had taken advantage of him while he was unconscious.
Steve brings out Destiny, who denies Marcus's accusations. She says that she and Marcus had consensual sex that night, and that he only accused her of rape after she refused to see him again. However, Marcus is adamant that he was drugged and raped, and Steve decides to administer a polygraph test to both parties to determine the truth.
During the polygraph test, Steve learns some shocking information about both Marcus and Destiny's pasts. He confronts them both about the issues in their lives that may be contributing to their behavior, and urges them to take responsibility for their actions. Ultimately, the results of the polygraph test reveal the truth about what happened that night between Marcus and Destiny.
Throughout the episode, Steve emphasizes the importance of consent and the dangers of drugging someone without their knowledge. He also highlights the psychological trauma that survivors of sexual assault experience, and offers resources and support for anyone who has been a victim of this type of crime.
Overall, "DNA: She Drugged And Raped Me" is a powerful episode that tackles an important issue in a sensitive and informative way. Steve Wilkos serves as a compassionate and skilled mediator, helping to provide clarity and resolution to a difficult situation.