Bachelorette Katie Thurston Says Justice System Failed Her After Rape

Former star of The Bachelorette Katie Thurston has revealed that she lost a legal case against her alleged rapist in a heartbreaking statement. “I’ve had ample support from my community which allowed me to stay strong over these past seven months,” Thurston said in a statement to Us Weekly on Saturday, June 29. “While the outcome is disappointing, I am at peace and turning any pain into purpose and hope to help other survivors of sexual assault.” Thurston, 33, shared …