Newly leaked video evidence in the case of Madison Brooks, a Louisiana State University (LSU) student who was allegedly raped and killed earlier this year, has caused an “emotional toll” on her family. The leaked videos reportedly show Brooks arguing with her alleged rapists in a car moments before she was fatally struck by a rideshare vehicle.

The Case

Madison Brooks was a 19-year-old sophomore at LSU who was last seen leaving Reggie’s Bar in Baton Rouge on January 15, 2023. She was allegedly sexually assaulted in the back seat of a car by four men before being let out of the car and fatally struck by a rideshare vehicle.

The case has been ongoing since January, with the four men charged with rape and murder. However, the defense attorneys for the accused have recently expressed doubt in the conviction, citing the leaked video evidence.

The Leaked Evidence

The leaked video evidence reportedly shows Brooks arguing with her alleged rapists in the car moments before she was let out and struck by the rideshare vehicle. The videos were leaked to the media and have caused an “emotional toll” on Brooks’ family, who have expressed their frustration with the release of the evidence.

The videos have also caused controversy in the case, with the defense attorneys for the accused claiming that the videos prove that Brooks consented to sex with their clients before being let out of the car. They argue that the videos show Brooks as a willing participant in the sexual activity.

The Emotional Toll

The leaked videos have taken an emotional toll on Brooks’ family, who have been vocal in their frustration with the release of the evidence. They have expressed concern that the videos will be used to discredit Brooks and her character, rather than to prove the guilt of the accused.

The family has also expressed concern that the release of the videos will further traumatize them and other survivors of sexual assault. They have called for privacy and respect during this difficult time.

The Future of the Case

The leaked video evidence has caused controversy in the case and has raised questions about the validity of the conviction. The defense attorneys for the accused have expressed doubt in the conviction, citing the videos as evidence that Brooks consented to the sexual activity.

However, the prosecution has maintained that the accused are guilty of rape and murder, and that the videos do not prove otherwise. The case is ongoing, and it remains to be seen how the leaked evidence will impact the outcome of the trial.