Ukrainian Town Riots After Police Refuse to Arrest Accused Rapist

Residents of Vradiyivka, Ukraine rioted on Tuesday after police refused to arrest an officer accused of raping and severely beating a woman.

The attack happened last week, and the girl identified two police officers and a taxi driver as being responsible.

Authorities arrested the driver and one of the officers, but said it was impossible that the second was involved.

Hundreds gathered outside the station in protest and then attacked the station, throwing bottles, rocks, and firebombs at it.

Police responded with tear gas and some reports said that shots were fired.

President Viktor Yanukovych has now ordered a national inquiry to take place.

The woman has required two surgeries since the incident, and more may be in her future.