Geelong Sex Workers Call For Truth Amid Tanner Bruhn'S Dropped Charges

Unraveling the Case: Allegations and Aftermath

Sex workers in Geelong are finding themselves unfairly targeted after the collapse of rape charges against AFL player Tanner Bruhn. The charges, involving both Bruhn and Patrick Sinnott, were dropped when a key witness admitted to fabricating evidence. The accusations centered around an alleged incident on February 5, 2023, where it was claimed the duo paid a woman for sex in a car park.

During last month's committal hearing, the case took a dramatic turn when witness Harrison Martin confessed he had been instructed by the complainant to lie. Following this revelation, the Office of Public Prosecutions promptly dropped the charges, citing the witness's confession as a critical blow to the case.

Lisa Lewis Speaks Out

OnlyFans creator and escort Lisa Lewis is outspoken about the fallout, noting that sex workers in the area are now facing undue hostility. "The right thing for this girl to do now is to come out and own what she's done, for the sake of all the industry girls being targeted and wrongfully accused," Lewis told News Corp.

"One bad apple does not mean the whole tree is rotten. I just ask that hate is not directed toward our industry because of what one girl has done," she emphasized.

Lewis highlighted that even online content creators, who don't offer in-person services, have been receiving abusive messages since the allegations were nullified. The speculation and finger-pointing have been rampant, affecting many in the industry.

Safety Concerns and Industry Impact

Another escort, choosing to remain anonymous, expressed deep concern over the risks that false allegations pose. "It only emboldens violent offenders, of which there are many," she stated, pointing out the challenges faced by sex workers in being believed by authorities.

The dramatic collapse of this legal case has sparked renewed discussion about the consequences of false allegations and the vetting process of evidence. For now, the immediate concern remains the surge in hostility directed at innocent workers. "We are being bombarded with hate because of someone else's actions," Lewis pointed out.

As Tanner Bruhn returns to training with the Geelong Cats, his supporters emphasize the damage to his reputation, despite legal protections that were in place during the proceedings. Meanwhile, the identity of the woman behind the original complaint remains protected due to legal restrictions.