A 28-year-old woman, who remains unnamed due to a legal order, strongly opposes any compensation for Sofyan Boalag, the man who viciously attacked and raped her when she was 15 years old. Boalag, convicted in 2016 of multiple crimes including sexual assault and robbery, is now claiming damages after being severely assaulted in a federal prison in Renous, N.B., resulting in him being paralyzed. His victim is resolute in preventing him from benefiting financially from his actions, stating that she will pursue legal action to ensure he does not profit from the suffering he inflicted on her and other women.
Despite Boalag’s lawsuit alleging negligence on the part of prison staff, the woman asserts that he does not deserve sympathy for his current situation, emphasizing that he is responsible for his own actions that led to his imprisonment. Recounting her harrowing experience of being attacked in 2012, she describes the long-lasting trauma and struggles she has faced in the aftermath of the assault, highlighting the emotional scars that persist to this day. She emphasizes that Boalag’s actions have left lasting wounds on her and other victims, and she is determined to advocate for justice and keep him incarcerated.
The woman expresses her disappointment in Boalag’s lack of remorse and refusal to acknowledge the harm he caused, underscoring her commitment to attending parole hearings and voicing the impact of his crimes. Despite the possibility of parole for offenders serving indeterminate sentences, she remains steadfast in her efforts to prevent his release, emphasizing the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions. For survivors of sexual assault seeking support, resources are available through crisis lines and local services provided by the Ending Violence Association of Canada.
